‘Beaten the Guy Twice’- Nick Kyrgios Refuses to Get Intimidated as He Boasts About His Record vs Novak Djokovic
Nick Kyrgios, never one to shy away from speaking his mind, recently addressed his head-to-head record against Novak Djokovic, confidently stating, “I’ve beaten the guy twice,” while emphasizing that he refuses to be intimidated by the Serbian superstar. Kyrgios, known for his bold personality and unpredictable play, holds a unique distinction of having a winning record against Djokovic, one of the greatest players in tennis history.
Kyrgios has faced Djokovic three times in his career and leads the head-to-head 2-1. Their first two encounters came in 2017, where Kyrgios defeated Djokovic in straight sets in both matches, one at the Mexican Open and the other at the Indian Wells Masters. These victories highlight Kyrgios’ ability to thrive in high-pressure moments and take down top players when his game is on.
In his recent comments, Kyrgios pointed to this record as proof that he is not fazed by facing Djokovic, even though Djokovic has been dominant against nearly every other player on the ATP Tour. Kyrgios also suggested that his unique style, which includes his powerful serve and aggressive shot-making, is well-suited to challenge Djokovic’s defensive and counter-punching game.
However, Djokovic got his first win against Kyrgios in the 2022 Wimbledon final, defeating the Australian in four sets to capture his seventh Wimbledon title. Despite this, Kyrgios remains proud of his record and believes that he can compete with and beat the best, especially Djokovic, on any given day.
Kyrgios’ brash confidence and past success against Djokovic make their matchups highly anticipated. Their on-court battles are often filled with intensity, and the rivalry between the two has evolved from tense exchanges to mutual respect, especially after Djokovic praised Kyrgios for his support during the 2022 Australian Open controversy.
As the 2024 season gets underway, Kyrgios’ determination to maintain his confident mindset will be crucial as he aims for success on the tour and potentially more battles with Djokovic. Fans will be eager to see how this dynamic rivalry continues to unfold.
