“Thanks for the heads up, I’m watching on mute” – Nick Kyrgios’ hiring as an analyst for the 2023 ATP Finals has fans disappointed

In a very unique and surprising move, Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has been hired as an analyst by Tennis Channel to cover the upcoming ATP Finals in Turin. 

Nick Kyrgios has largely been absent from most of the tournaments in 2023 due to injuries. After his successful run at Wimbledon last year, where he reached the finals and lost to Novak Djokovic, the Australian had an injury-plagued season this year. He will now make a surprise return to tennis, commentating for Tennis Channel in the upcoming Nitto ATP Finals.

The eccentric and controversial character of the Australian has indeed caught the attention of a lot of tennis fans all over the world. The decision to hire Nick Kyrgios as an analyst and commentator to cover the ATP Finals for Tennis Channel definitely comes as a surprise to many. This decision has also received mixed reactions from fans globally.

“Nick Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios), whose electric style of play and straight-to-the-point conversational approach have endeared him to millions of fans around the world, is joining Tennis Channel as an analyst during its coverage of the ATP Finals November 12-19.”

— Jon Wertheim (@jon_wertheim) November 7, 2023

Many admire his gimmicks on and off the court. His bold personality might just be the turning point for this ATP Final, and it will indeed be interesting to see how this new role off the tennis court works out for Nick Kyrgios.

His attitude and body language during his on-court tantrums have received a lot of criticism from people who write him off as a nuisance to the sport.

With the 2023 season overshadowed by injuries, Nick Kyrgios aims to return to court at the Australian Open next year

Nick Kyrgios was not seen much this year on the tennis court due to an injury-plagued season. The Australian had hinted at staging a comeback in the Ultimate Tennis Showdown event in the first week of December before finally making a comeback at the Australian Open in 2024.

Nick Kyrgios will, however, stage a return to tennis as a commentator during the ATP Finals in Turin later this year. This has received mixed reactions from tennis followers all over.

Sharing a wide spectrum of reactions online, here’s what fans have to say:

Thanks for the heads up. Over the next week, I’ll think about what albums to play while I’m watching the ATP Finals on mute

— Steven Walk ???? (@realStevenWalk) November 7, 2023

Nick hired as an analyst? What a joke he has zero insights

— bozocaraz era (@rwmytnny) November 7, 2023

Wondered if foks felt the same when "wild ass" Jonn McEnroe made his television debut???

Doubt it…

— Frissy (@Frissy8) November 7, 2023

He has a great insight and one of the best tennis brains on tour according to players so maybe they know more than you do

— what's the craic? (@whatsthecraic1) November 7, 2023

It's a shame to see @atptour and @TennisChannel so desperate to sensationalize tennis that they platform someone who has been abusive in his personal life and repeatedly abusive to those working tournaments.

— Cozy Blackbiird (@thatsoleelee) November 8, 2023

I’m excited for it! I’m missing the heck out of Nick! I was sad he pulled out of Laver Cup because that’s where we see the real Nick, in a team environment. I know it’s love him or hate him, everyone is entitled to an opinion. I think if he’s given a chance he’ll surprise people.

— Hope Gainey (@hope_gainey) November 8, 2023

Listen love or hate him this will be entertaining he for sure is going to say anything and everything that comes to mind

— Andrew (@Tennis5picks) November 7, 2023

Very exciting news. Hopefully won't give up in the middle of a telecast.

— Jim Slemaker (@JimSlemaker) November 7, 2023

Thanks for the warning. I will just watch on TennisTV.

— JP (@jp_tennisfan) November 7, 2023

Love Nick’s tennis. I’m not interested in anything he has to say

— Sounds of Blackness (@its_Burgos_DAY) November 7, 2023

The ATP Finals will now be twice as interesting now that spectators will get to hear the insights of Nick Kyrgios. His fun and humorous character will definitely add spice to the tournament.

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• Novak Djokovic looking to break away from his racket as he makes his ambition for ATP Finals clear
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