“You’re the people’s champ”- Fans support Nick Kyrgios as he take a dig at Australian media and critics


“You’re the people’s champ”- Fans support Nick Kyrgios as he take a dig at Australian media and critics

Nick Kyrgios (Image Credit: ESPN)

Australian professional tennis player Nick Kyrgios loves to be in the media spotlight. Sometimes, he is in the headlines for his remarkable victories, but most often for his comments and behavior on the court and off it. As a result of that, the 2022 Australian Open doubles champion remains in the thick of controversies. Many people love Nick Kyrgios for his behavior and gameplay style, but many also criticize him.

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In the most recent social media post, Daniel Horsfall, the manager of Nick Kyrgios took a direct dig at the criticism of Nick Kyrgios by the hands of both social media and mainstream media. He calls it ‘Tall poppy syndrome’. For those uninitiated, the Tall poppy syndrome refers to a widespread belief that people have the propensity to criticize or denigrate persons who have amassed substantial riches or status in public life.

Nick Kyrgios has recently decided to withdraw from the United Cup 2023. This has made him the center of Australian fans’ uproar and criticism. He took to social media to reply to his manager’s post.

My brudda speaking facts,” he wrote in his caption replying to Daniel Horsfall.

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Nick Kyrgios is trying to recover from an ankle injury in time for the Australian Open 2023.

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Social media share their opinions on Nick Kyrgios’ recent comments

Nick Kyrgios (Image Credit: MARCA)

Tennis fans have always been divided on Nick Kyrgios. Some like him very much, while others criticize him. However, both sides of the divide will agree that the 27-year-old had a wonderful year in 2022.

He started his season well by winning the 2022 Australian Open doubles title with compatriot Thanasi Kokkinakis. The Australian also played in the final of Wimbledon for the first time in his career. He lost here at the hands of Novak Djokovic, 6-4, 3-6, 4-6, 6-7. After this magnificent performance, the Australian won the Washington Open. Hence, Australian fans are expecting some great things from him as he starts his 2023 season.

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He is the crowd -favorite and now even legends such as Rafael Nadal have called him the likely contender to win the Australian Open. Despite his achievements on the court, he is not among the favorites of media persons. But many do support him. Many social media users have supported him and disparaged him in his recent comments. Here are a few reactions coming in on the above post.

Nick Kyrgios would like to repeat his successes in 2023 and probably want to add a few more. He has to defend his Australian Open doubles title with Thanasi Kokkinakis and would love to win the Australian Open 2023 singles title. Also, he would like to improve his performance in other Grand Slams. He also announced that he will participate in the French Open 2023.

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