Last Aussie for Kyrgios? | Is Basavareddy Djokovic Junior? | Australian Open 2025 | MMTR

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Hey guys, this video is chopped up a little because I didn’t know Kyrgios might call it quits after the 25 season; I had to cut some things out and re-record a portion. Hate or love him, he is/was good for the game because he brought excitement with his eccentricity. His social media stuff is awful, and I’m not looking forward to reading his tweets, but I’ll miss watching him play.

[@JanitorIsBack]

saying the aussie idiot was good for tennis is like saying the kardashians are good for television

[@fwvw7056]

Good to differentiate between the two aspects: on and of court. Agree.

[@-Munditimum-]

Great video and chat Nik as usual. Nick's case is a tough one. It's like telling a kid that's behaving badly at your home as a guest who keeps on jumping on the couch to stop. You tell him and literally two minutes later the little guy jumps right back on since that is what he does at home with his mom and dad repeatedly. Muscle memory is a tough thing to overcome and if you don't put conscious effort in making that change and repeat it until it's done, and done "naturally"... nothing will change. In the case of NK, he's still the same guy with the same thought process, with the same results, both off and on the court. Unless he commits and focuses on making changes nothing will have a different outcome for him. Considering retirement is also a result of his psychology that has been the same since long ago; possibly since he was little. Regardless of the case, I wish him the best and grateful that I saw him put on some amazing performances over the years. Keep up the great work as usual Nik. Cheers, M

[@artoffderidikulous3009]

Yeah, he's kinda a "holier than thou" whiny little bitch on social media.

[@jerome_morrow]

Nik is half-Malay Malaysian. The underachievement and lack of effort is not his fault. It’s built into his DNA.

[@sawyer7191]

I agree with what you are saying about Kyrgios and his reason for not playing to the best of his ability. I still don’t feel sorry for him and all the blowback he’s getting for being a jerk (to say the least), but it’s always what I thought. And honestly, he doesn’t deserve to win anything with his toxic behavior. Hope he’s done for good!

[@patrikmarflak6559]

I would expect a word or two on Fearnley who kept his calm and concentration although Kyrgios’s fans were celebrating every unforced error or even serve fault like if Kyrgios hit an amazing winner. Those fans were really disrespectful and annoying and if Kyrgios attracts these kinds of crowds, he won’t be missed that much. I like his skills, but everything else starting with the on court attitude and ending with his toxic social media presence was not something that tennis really needs. Hats off to Jacob Fearnley for playing great and keeping his focus, he is a well deserved winner.

[@MttSuddarth]

Yep. Fearnley grinded Play through college tennis after not doing as well in juniors as he would’ve liked. Now he’s coming off one of the quickest rises in the rankings of all time, all while being humble and respectful. He’s the kind of guy we should be talking about, not Kyrgios.

[@Tom-f8r8o]

I normally don't like it when people celebrate those things, but since Nick was clearly injured and the underdog, I think the crowd just wanted a bit of a contest.

[@patrikmarflak6559]

@@Tom-f8r8o It’s ok to want a contest, but celebrating every serve fault is just stupid and ignorant.

[@bonoboapebra2822]

@@patrikmarflak6559it’s just a bit of fun man relax

[@willwahl9225]

@patrikmarflak: The passionate support of Australian fans for their home players, particularly Kyrgios, is a well-established phenomenon in tennis. However, holding Kyrgios personally accountable for spectator behavior seems excessive. Fearnley demonstrated exemplary professionalism in handling the crowd dynamics - precisely what we expect from a top-level athlete. What we're witnessing extends beyond tennis and speaks to a broader cultural shift: the media's insatiable appetite for drama and controversy has permeated all aspects of sport. There's a concerning trend where spectators seem less interested in the pure sporting contest and more drawn to potential controversy or dramatic narratives. Everyone appears eager to be part of the next viral moment or sensational story they can share at work or with friends. This constant pursuit of hype and 'breaking news' has created an environment where simply appreciating the sport for what it is seems insufficient. There's an almost palpable fear of missing out on the next big story or dramatic moment. Perhaps it's time for the tennis community - fans, media, and commentators alike - to take a step back and rediscover the fundamental beauty of the sport itself.

[@Valentino_Ferro]

Those who can compete, play. Those who can't compete, talk.

[@Juniorthecook]

I used to play with a guy who idiolized and copied Nick’s court behavior (swearing, over celebrating, kicking his bag, over frustration, etc.). I rallied with him a few times. One day, he wanted to play a match. I knew I was a much better player and he had never seen my serve. I thought this is the right time to turn Kyrgios on him. I beat him pretty badly and over celebrated each point to get in his head. He got so frustrated- he didn’t speak during or after the match and I never heard from him again. I guess he didn’t like taste of his own Krygios medicine. Tbh I never celebrate in tennis but this guy needed to learn humility.

[@petershort936]

re: Krygios' racquet skills Players who win more with their racquet/hands than their legs will always fall short. Krygios is the prime example. But I'd also put Tiafoe and Bublik in this category as well. Federer and Dimitrov, incredibly skilled players with the racquet, have always won with their movement.

[@Aranchia92]

Good point.

[@NamesAreRandom]

Kyrgios didn't suffer from pressure, he suffered from being unfit. He was just too slow both mentally and physically around the court because he's done no training, and no warmup matches - he just turns up and plays. It meant he couldn't get to the ball, and even if he did he was too slow to have time to really wind up and hit it. He also blocked far too many serves back which just sat there and asked Fearnley to hit it which he did - it's not like Fearnley is a huge server it's just Kygrios wasn't up to speed in his ball reading and movement. Kygrios shouldn't retire however, he should play doubles - he's good at doubles and it still gives him a chance to be a showman particularly with the right partner.

[@willwahl9225]

@Namesare... I like your comment. You obviously watched the game in its entirety. At the end of the the day this what it boils down to.

[@moodymoral]

yeah but WHY was he unfit? He didn't commit to the training because of the pressure. It's actually kind of remarkable what he was able to do with so little consistency with training.

[@MrGT2RS]

Basavareddy reminds me of last years Djokovic's 1st round opponent at the AO, Dino Prizmic. He took a set from him and im sure everyone was thinking this kids going to go off and do great things. Haven't heard much from him after that. Basavareddy is a talented kid, lets hope the next gen kids rise the ranks.

[@VARMOT123]

difference is in their ranks and consistent match play wins and prizmic has been injured

[@bballah9969]

Nick you should do a video on Tsitsipas and what the hell is going on with him. 😂

[@kd-qx9us]

I think he's using the wrong racquet.

[@BullyGarfield.]

@@kd-qx9us he needs a more forgiving racket

[@narcyznarcyz-uv4td]

He did not improve his backhand especially down the line .. ..

[@bballah9969]

@narcyznarcyz-uv4td That's not even the problem. The reality is if his bh was so bad he would of never cracked the top 100 or top 50 and much less the top ten with any flaws or holes in his game. At the highest level of mens professional tennis you will get exploited if you have holes in your game

[@LeoY-s4c]

I am totally fine with not seeing NK ever again on a tennis court.

[@CodenameCondor]

I feel Nick needs a full-time, legit coach to keep him in line and disciplined. Problem is, he doesn't seem open to that; it's just not his MO. He lived out his earlier career surviving on pure talent, but Father Time and consistency has caught up wtih him-as it does all of us. I really enjoy Nick's unorthodox and eccentric play style, so I root for him to heal up and find a way back to high-level play.

[@Batwam0]

Yeah, he would have benefited, especially from a mental coach in my view. Too late I’m afraid.

[@josep9599]

I’m gonna miss Nick when he’s gone, but he’s been off the rails recently. I’ll miss his showmanship and the entertainment he brought on the court

[@kitsunewhisker]

Absolutely nailed that analysis - well said Nick

[@IntuitiveTennis]

🙏

[@raytrace2014]

The quicker he's away from the game the better. He's got some kind of personality disorder that makes him a very toxic influence. I hope he gets some help. Regarding his tennis, he never even made the top 10. His head to head with Federer is 6-1 against, same with Murray. He's not even close to the top players of his era. 'Talent' is meaningless in sport, sport is about results, it's not art. Fair enough if his career had been cut very short because of injury, but it wasn't. He just wasn't very good at winning tennis matches, and that's what it's all about.

[@forestoffools7871]

I agree with all your comments, Nick. Kyrgios has displayed many flashes of brilliance but has never realized his potential. It's still too early to say if this is it for his career. He needs to play more tournaments where this is not so much pressure on him. There are some positive signs (the serve still looks like a major weapon) but he needs many weeks of actual match play to regain his conditioning, feel for the game and his confidence. I think it makes sense for him to also play more doubles which he clearly enjoys. The real test will take place during the grass court season. If he doesn't win any matches at Wimbledon or underperforms in the lead up I can't see him battling on. As you suggest, it will be a huge loss for the game. I've watched a lot of grand slam tennis in person and he is by far the most exciting player I have seen on a tennis court.

[@al1976-v7m]

Entertaining yes, exciting only very seldom

[@angelatanurdzic7508]

Thank you so much for this analysis.😊

[@IntuitiveTennis]

🙏

[@atheistcory4174]

It's pathetic and champions like Jimmy Connors would be disgusted by Kyrgios' approach and attitude. He's only one level up from the even more pathetic Tomic. They are both not worthy of even licking the shoes of previous Aussie champions. Pressure is a privilege, just ask BJK.

[@jimj7333]

You said this the best!! Yea, Connors would be disgusted and BJK is right. I love that plaque on the wall. This guy is just doing ghetto crap. All show and attitude.

[@rajsingh1969]

In my humble opinion, I don't think there is any pressure on Nick anywhere... He is naturally gifted but lacks the basic professional ethic of working hard at the game.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

All pro players are under a tremendous amount of pressure (especially the ones proclaimed to be great)

[@cam1210]

0:33 Also serve….Rajeev Ram and Pete Sampras.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

💯

[@ustulo3488]

Except for injuries especially later in his career Nick's problem has been all mental. He strikes me as being insecure and tormented about his talent and has done all kinds of things to cover that up over his career through his antics and outbursts on and off the court as well as not training consistently, tanking matches, etc. No one knows how many grand slams or tournaments he would have won if his mental state and work ethic had been different. I agree with Roddick...Nick is one of the most gifted people I've ever seen with a racquet in his hand in 35 years of watching tennis and in my opinion will unfortunately go down as the most talented player to never win a major singles title right along with Rios and Nalbandian when he retires.

[@bigrobsydney]

I'm a fan of Nick's tennis. I genuinely wish I could meet him in real life, because I think he'd be a laugh to be around as well. If this is it for him, then I for one will be sad that it's the end of the road.

[@frankm5150]

He's just saying hes retiring for the clicks and headlines. It'll generate buzz when he plays again. He's copying the boxer template to the T

[@CB-mr1ci]

Basavareddy also plays with a racquet that’s very similar to djokovic’s racquet

[@Batwam0]

Nick will transition to early retirement playing doubles with Tomic, they are a perfect fit as they understand each other…

[@antoinettekankindi6807]

Thanks... Will you do a video on Tsitsipas? What is happening to him?

[@IntuitiveTennis]

I’ve been thinking about Tsitsipas struggles. I will wait to make video. Hard to explain what is happening.

[@Phoniq]

It is a big shame. Nick's problem is that he doesn't know when to stop talking or that he has no filter. This only puts more pressure on him. It's going to be a case of 'what could've been' and that sux. Another example of Hard work v Talent. Hard work always wins.

[@Lucian86]

I think Kyrios's skills are actually overrated. Big serve and forehand will win you matches on a good day. Don't see much else exceptionally good. The problem with Kyrios is the lack of professionalism. He doesn't train properly and doesn't conduct himself in a manner to succeed...you can't cheat tennis this way and his results shows it. So much ego for very few good achievements (he didn't even win an ATP1000...come on). We talk way too much about him. He's neither intelligent (had few interesting things to say) nor entertaining in the pure sense. He's insolent and a cheap provocateur. I get this is somehow entertaining in tennis where players are too diplomatic maybe but that's about it. He's doing ok as a commentator... should stick with that. As a tennis player, I'll not miss him. I like hot heads but I like professional hot heads and player that care about the sport

[@bmanbusee3812]

Not sure if he was just in his feelings or not. May have a different tune if he does well later in the season

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Collins changed her mind. This could happen. Good point

[@sportslover2356]

There's something terribly wrong here. 10,000 fans lined up for five hours to watch Kyrgios's final match at John Cain Arena. Nearly one million viewers watched his match on TV in Australia alone. Another 10,000 fans crowded every match in Brisbane last week. He played five tie-breakers in two weeks. He has just returned from major surgery. He can hardly move. Somebody should tell all these stupid idiots, millions of them, that they're all wrong. The only people who know anything about him are the people on twitter, the people in the comments, and the people who make videos like this. Nick has been injured since 2015 and couldn't train properly. No, you're not sad he's leaving. You're delighted. He never won a slam because he was playing in the era of the big three. He did give it his best shot.

[@davidr2802]

Kyrgios is the Ille Nastase of our era (without the singles slams.) Pure talent and potential ultimately ruined by bad attitude.

[@aadityasingh4436]

Hi, please make a video on Medvedev 1R match!!!

[@lordbuckethead2022]

Best comparison is the demon. Alex is a consistently dedicated tennis player. His tennis skills did not come naturally but he is fast and consistent. 100% if Nick just stop blabbing n fully commit to the sport, yes you will win a grand slam. He seriously needs to zone in, shut up and play

[@DougHardy541]

Kyrgios is the biggest waste of talent in the history of tennis. If he had one ounce of dedication to his craft he would be a multiple slam winner by now. Instead, he has chosen to be arrogant, out of shape, and down right disrespectful to everyone other than Novak (who’s his bro). Why do sponsors, fans, and the like continue to pander to him … pathetic. He will never be anything, because he never actually was, only a glimpse of “potential”.

[@tijgertjekonijnwordopgegeten]

Who would he have beaten to win those slams? His groundstrokes are simply not good enough to keep up with the big three and Alcaraz/Sinner, he might have won Wimbledon but I don't see him having a shot at the other slams.

[@Boardsplitter]

When you become a professional in any game, you are an entertainer first and it is your job to entertain an audience. The top 50 is saturated with players who entertain audiences purely out of their skill in the game. The casual non tennis playing audience don’t understand the very small differences between the top 50 that make one player different than the other. Nick stands out with his antics, his talent would go unnoticed if he was just another nice guy on tour with no personality. Tennis needs more bad guys, more drama to lure in the casual audience, once you get their attention only then can you educate them on the intricacies of tennis so that they can fully appreciate the technical skill of the players

[@angele810]

@@Boardsplitter No, it’s not wrestling.

[@kd-qx9us]

@@Boardsplitter Think about tennis in the 80's and 90's. It was so compelling because there was such a variety of playing styles and body shapes. Every player was distinctive and there was authentic drama in different matchups. I doubt they went into games thinking anything but I need to win.

[@jimj7333]

Showboating big mouth with nothing to back it up. It’s so funny how people confuse or like a guy because he sticks his tongue out, or mouths off, or wears his hat backwards. Showbiz? Just a slouch talking crap about everyone. Good riddance he’s out so we don’t have to read or hear anything from him for the next few weeks. But wait…. I’m sure he’ll find a way to keep himself in the news. I “may” retire. Please come back to me for many updates.

[@Zetunez]

From what I gather Kyrgios doesn't prepare correctly, he works out with no strength/conditioning coach/no sports scientist etc. He'd really benefit from a full coaching team and staff, perhaps even a sports psychologist.

[@narcyznarcyz-uv4td]

Nick... Djokovic was a pure talent when he was young or just hard working player???? What is your opinion??

[@IntuitiveTennis]

He had it all. Niki Pilic had never seen anything like it at the age of 13 in Munich

[@abidmortiunic4393]

2025 will likely be the year of Novak’s retirement, I really hope this match is not his best at AO. If he played Jarry, he would have lost in straight sets. And I worship Novak, but everything comes to an end, the legend will live forever!

[@zdev1]

I haven't been a fan of Kygrios for quite a while but I have a ton of respect for his game and talent. I think he is embarrassed because the reality is that he wouldn't have come back if he didn't think he was ready. He is now aware that even when he tries it is not good enough to get past the first round. I hope for the sport and for him that he can over come his own ego and continue playing.

[@Lucian86]

He needs a full reset for that and total dedication... that's just very hard to do. Glad he got a reality check today. He can't cheat tennis and frankly his talent is not as great as people say. Big serve and forehand.... that's it

[@willwahl9225]

I dont see a reset for Kyrgios. I dont see a traditional coach able to help him overcome restrictions that he has in terms of mentality and attitude. what Kyrgios needs is a bit of a different approach: Dont try to change him. He needs to approach this differently. There is a huge opportunity still for him in my opinion. Self doubt and insecurity can be worked with and eventually overcome. As for the 'crazy Nick' attitude - you might not want to give all of that up. You want to put some of it to good use. Use it to your advantage rather than let it affect your game. There are many ways. Just needs to be looked at differently. Fact is ATP without Kyrgios would be so much emptier. We want you on the circuit, Nick .

[@thenorthboundproject6187]

Ever since the "Break Point" doc, I have been more sympathetic to Kyrgois and his obvious mental illness issues. He would never reach his potential until he worked those issues out off court. He would have to do an Agassi level reboot, shave his head, hire Brad Gilbert and a team of gurus, to make any real play for a true tennis legacy. Djokovic offered to put Kyrgios on the Novak training plan. Nick said "No F'n way!" So there's your answer...

[@photobearcmh]

That would be too much work, Nick doesn't like to work hard.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Same

[@K4R3N]

Lot to rant about today!

[@khantropez]

K1ngkyrg1os and Lord Tomic are both going to lose a lot of sleep in the years to come over their career decisions 😢

[@fingersm]

Good riddance Kyrgios!!

[@vardamax]

Kyrgios wont be missed. Big mouth, little results

[@coffeedude2024]

Agreed. If Kyrgios doesn't give it his all this year and retires, he may go down as the most talented tennis player to never win a slam. Kyrgios has so much talent, is a very gifted athlete and has one of the best serves we've ever seen but he just doesn't have it mentally. As Novak has said, "Tennis is a mental game. All the guys hit an amazing ball and are good athletes but when it comes to the crunch, it comes down to mental strength and who plays the big points better.

[@sergiosimbula]

That "honour" goes to Marcelo Rios

[@Lucian86]

There's also Nalbandian in the mix...then there's Zverev, a far superior player

[@imalwaysright]

“Most talented player to never win a Slam”. Lol. Blokes never cracked the Top 10 or won an ATP 1000 Masters event

[@pencilcheck]

i thought almost every 2 hand backhand tried to copy djokovic backhand?

[@supermuskelmann8557]

Nick retiring would be sad. Tennis needs players like him who put on a show and not all those robots playing the same boring endless baseline rallies.

[@BigGuns2024]

Nick was going to win round 1 against jacob lol

[@beeth1362]

I don't want to see Kyrgios on court as well. He seems like not a good person in nature.

[@Huawei-od9ce]

Pt. of no return for kyrigios

[@sohailhines]

I may be in the minority but I much prefer Kyrgios in the commentary booth vs. the tennis court due to poor behavior and rude attitude.

[@sassanxersi1849]

i'm perplexed. He is bad on court and good in commentary booth? Go take a cold shower, maybe you can wake up.

[@hpevans9041]

No word on Jacob Fearnley, disappointing. Maybe shouldn’t have mentioned in the title?

[@darraghhowleyrelaxation6689]

I don't see how Nick has been good for tennis. why? what has he done that's so good. sure he has some good tennis skills but he hasn't been able to translate them into any major wins on tour. Off court he is the superstar always talking about someone and creating views for his social media. Now as psychologist and a strength and conditioning coach he didn't seem to have these two aspects dialed in for this level of competition for the start of the 2025 season. On a deeper matter Nick has always deflected his lack of winning on some other thing or person. That's his way of dealing with his perceived failure on and off the court.

[@Nahhmah]

Nick should stick with commentating.

[@tennisteuton]

There is an art to trolling, and Nick overdoes it. First of all, the tennis community is not MMA or WWF. There is no culture of "sh*t-talking" other players. It is, after all, a gentleman-like sport. Second, Nick has simply attacked Sinner and others far too many times. He is now dangerously close to becoming "that guy", and you never want to become that. Especially not when this is your last season. You don't want people to remember you that way.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

True it is a gentleman sport

[@leftyspinn]

Fool me once, shame on you Fool me twice, shame on me. I dont know how many times nick can con people into believing he will put in effort. Hes an average player thats had a few good wins over 10 years. Its comical to think people will actually be fans of him for his tennis. His only fans are the people of his antics and bullying online. Talent only gets you so far, toughness and discipline get you the rest of the way.

[@bobbyfischerman4811]

Sorry pal. Kyrgios is NOT a tennis player.

[@DeltoidBeast]

Djokovic did not look good in his first round. He was slow, not enough power in his shots. I really hope Novak can power up significantly. Respect Djokovic and Murray have for each other also could be a burden for Novak. He needs to channel it into positive energy on the court. He needs to awake the beast inside him. He is still sleeping.

[@AlGreenLightThroughGlass]

Nick can still beat his girlfriend…

[@alvaroganuza2999]

At this point... who cares? never made it to the top 10 and wasn't good enough. The backhand was meh and the ability to move was bad. He just wasn't good enough.

[@patrickrogersiegismund2785]

This reminds me of a CNN interview with Roger Federer when he was asked by CNN reporter Christina Macfarlane what his former coach Peter Carter, who passed away before his first Grand Slam title, would think about his career. (kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGPal3mIqLZgp80). Federer teared up and said: "I hope he would be proud. I guess he didn't want me to be a waste of talent." Nick Kyrgios pretty much wasted his talent compared to other top players. On the other hand, he reached more than most aspiring young elite tennis players could ever dream of. I don't really like him but I wish him all the best for the future.

[@DanTuber]

NK is finished. Absolute waste of talent.

[@dustyroot4708]

Ha ha. He’s never going to get himself in shape. That’s obvious.

[@alancosta4760]

Sports fans always appreciated authenticity, just see Maradona or Tyson for example, it gives us a sense that we're watching humans full of imperfections not God-like athletes. Unfortunately, at this moment, guys like Kyrgios are most authentic while the smart ones are desperately trying to run away from any "controversies", there are exceptions like Djokovic that always show personality. Then, if there's something, anything positive that Kyrgios gave to the tennis was be himself, obviously I disagree with 99% of his positions, but that's the deal he has a position.

[@kehuang123]

We need authentic moron😂 with no logic reasoning

[@RhayaderGoesToTown]

Medvedev is a good example of a player that is open and authentic. Kyrgios just likes to talk. He has opinions, but they are the opinions of a child. He doesn't add anything to the discussion by continuing to bully Sinner and Iga.

[@imalwaysright]

He’s authentically narcissistic

[@tijgertjekonijnwordopgegeten]

8:40 I would say all of them except for Del Potro were not more talented than Kyrgios.

[@veramuller9310]

Hey Mister, what are talking about NOVAK? Who are you? You can't hold the candle to NOVAK! 😢

[@willwahl9225]

Tennis needs Nick Kyrgios - his presence has undeniably enriched the sport. There's something magnetic about his matches that draws viewers in, and as a tennis player myself, I particularly appreciate the pure tennis talent he brings to the court. While his on-court antics don't resonate with me, it's largely because I see how they ultimately undermine his own potential. Throughout his career, Kyrgios has shown flashes of brilliance when fully committed. The pressure he faces, especially at his home Grand Slam in Australia, is immense. However, his tendency to preemptively announce physical limitations early in matches often seems counterproductive from a psychological standpoint. While only Kyrgios himself knows the true extent of his physical condition, this pattern can affect both his performance and mental state. There's an inherent paradox in Kyrgios's relationship with tennis - he's become known for his showmanship and controversial moments, to the point where spectators and media almost expect the 'crazy Nick' persona. When he channels his energy purely into tennis, as we've seen in some tournaments, his potential seems limitless. Yet there's an almost perverse appetite from some quarters for his more disruptive behavior. Looking ahead, I sincerely hope we see Kyrgios return to both singles and doubles competition. Despite the controversies, his natural game style and talent are genuinely good for tennis. The sport is more vibrant and engaging with him in it. Here's hoping for a strong comeback.

[@BrankoBG]

Nick right now plays with injury, he is in a very dark position cos he work real hard to come back but still that wrist blocks him too much.

[@VARMOT123]

hey intuitive tennis, there are a lot of indian American kids playing tennis . what is the situation at your courts ?. nishesh will inspire lot of indian American kids

[@IntuitiveTennis]

In my experience Indian American parents have always encouraged sports, especially tennis for their children