Kyrgios shows excitement as Jack Sock announced for pickleball debut

Monday, 27 March 2023 at 04:00

Nick Kyrgios reacted to Jack Sock's debut in professional pickleball.

American player Jack Sock will make his debut in professional pickleball playing men's doubles with Tyson McGuffin and mixed doubles with Anna Leigh Waters in the PPA. Kyrgios has shown his support for this new sport, which has quickly gained fans and popularity in the United States.

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In an Instagram story, the former Wimbledon 2022 finalist showed his enthusiasm for the announcement of Sock's participation in the tournament. The sport, which mixes elements of tennis, paddle, among others, has already caught the attention of several celebrities who have ventured into the sport or even invested in it. In 2022, it was announced that Kyrgios became a co-owner of the Miami Pickleball Club alongside former world No. 1 and 4-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka. They are joined by former world No. 7 Mardy Fish in the club's ownership group.

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