"People will tune in": Nick Kyrgios stokes the fire of spat with Boris Becker as fractuous duo set to reunite on Eurosport after social media feud

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Saturday, 13 January 2024 at 23:00
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The television broadcasts for the 2024 Australian Open promise a star-studded lineup, with notable tennis personalities such as Nick Kyrgios and Boris Becker taking center stage. The recent Twitter spat between the two, marked by crossfire critiques, adds an extra layer of intrigue, as Kyrgios suggests that the tension between them will draw in more fans.
Joining the expert panel are former world No. 1 players and Grand Slam champions, including John McEnroe, Mats Wilander, and Justine Henin. However, it is the controversial presence of Becker and Kyrgios that is expected to spark heated discussions and in-depth match analyses.

🇦🇺 Nick Kyrgios on comparing today’s Tennis game to those in decades past: “The game was so slow back then. I’ve watched Boris Becker and I’m not saying they weren’t good in their time, but to say that they would be just as good now, it’s absurd. A big serve back then was…

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The 28-year-old Australian, a familiar face in tennis broadcasts, previously impressed fans as a commentator during the ATP Finals. Kyrgios, known for his on-court exploits, has seamlessly transitioned into the role of an insightful commentator, providing unique perspectives on the Tour's protagonists.
The Becker-Kyrgios controversy ignited when Kyrgios asserted that past tennis legends would struggle in the modern era due to the superior physicality of today's players. Becker took offense and criticized Kyrgios for his achievements in the sport thus far.
In an interview with the Daily Mail, Kyrgios addressed the potential on-air clash with Becker, expressing positivity about the tension: 'For the sport and for Eurosport, I actually think it's really good because I think it will create a bit of tension there, and people will tune in.'"
"At the end of the day, I'm a very black-and-white person. I stand by my comments. I think Novak is the pinnacle of tennis. I think that no matter what generation goes up against Novak, he'll come out on top," he added. "Obviously some of these older guys, this older generation, they take it personal. I understand, my parents are old as well... they're stubborn and stuck in their ways."
"I get it. I'm not going to sit here in 30 years time and say I can beat and compete with the best athletes in the world 30 years from now. I'm going to see Boris, and I'm going to keep my stance and it's going to be fun. I'm looking forward to it. Regardless, it's going to be entertaining," Kyrgios added.

Not once have I taken ‘slams’ away from Becker, or any of these legends. Not once have I said I’ve impacted the game MORE. I’ve simply said that I’ve built my own brand and done it my way & brought fans. Apparently a slam finalist has no credibility. Night, done with this convo.

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Nick makes a lot of noise about tennis lately!?! Why does he speak about a sport he apparently hates …fact-check Nick has never won a major championship as a player or coach( yes doubles 1) so where is any credibility coming from ? Trying to compare generations… Laver v Federer…

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🇦🇺 Nick Kyrgios on comparing today’s Tennis game to those in decades past: “The game was so slow back then. I’ve watched Boris Becker and I’m not saying they weren’t good in their time, but to say that they would be just as good now, it’s absurd. A big serve back then was…

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