Nick Kyrgios' Comments on Tennis Legends Spark Controversy
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios' recent comments about past tennis legends have stirred up controversy and received backlash from fans and fellow players.
Kyrgios Understates Skills of Tennis Greats
In a recent interview, Nick Kyrgios expressed his belief that past tennis legends, such as Boris Becker and Pete Sampras, would not perform as well in today's game.
Kyrgios argued that the game was slower in the past, and compared to the powerful serves and aggressive play of modern players like Novak Djokovic, the older generation would struggle to compete.
He referenced Lleyton Hewitt's dominant victory over Sampras in the 2001 US Open final as evidence of the shift in the game's dynamics.
Jon Wertheim Calls Kyrgios' Comments 'Weird Flex'
Jon Wertheim, a respected journalist who has covered tennis for many years, responded to Kyrgios' comments by expressing his confusion at why the Australian player would downplay the talents of past tennis greats.
Wertheim highlighted the achievements of players like Becker and Sampras, who excelled on grass courts during their primes.
He questioned the need to diminish the previous generation, considering their immense skill and success in the sport.
Boris Becker Criticizes Kyrgios' Lack of Credibility
Boris Becker, a six-time Grand Slam winner, criticized Kyrgios for speaking negatively about past tennis legends when he himself has not won a Grand Slam singles title.
Becker questioned Kyrgios' credibility and suggested that he shouldn't make condescending remarks without having achieved similar success in the sport.
He also emphasized the futility of comparing different eras and listed numerous other legendary players who should not be overlooked in discussions about tennis greatness.
