Novak Djokovic Issues Nick Kyrgios Blunt Warning on Tennis Future: “Little Less Drinking”

Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios began their bittersweet relationship with “no respect” and “cringeworthy” comments. But things turned for the better when the Aussie star defended his 38-year-old rival after authorities deported him from Australia over the visa and vaccination debacle. It was the turning point, and they became friends, as Djokovic found a glimmer of respect for Kyrgios. Since then, we have seen multiple instances where they have showcased friendliness towards each other. And now, with the Australian withdrawing from the US Open, the Serbian star wishes for nothing but Kyrgios’ return. But all of that came with a blunt warning. 

During a recent conversation with Clay, Djokovic revealed that Kyrgios loves to send him videos from nightclubs and bars, even though he hasn’t responded to the last video yet. Talking about the videos, he said, “He’ll go to a party, bump into one of ours, they’ll say: ‘Nick, you Serb!’ Then they hug, drink, and he sends me the videos.” But while that goes on in the chats, it’s pretty clear that Djokovic misses Kyrgios on the court. Of course, it’s his recurrent wrist, ankle, and knee injuries that have kept him away from court. And for the US Open, this is the third straight year the Australian has missed the last Grand Slam tournament of the season. But according to Djokovic, the Aussie lacks discipline and neglects his body. 

Novak Djokovic claimed, “Unfortunately, he didn’t have the discipline that was required, but if he had 30 percent – and he has five percent – he’d be Top 10 easily. He played a Wimbledon final without warm-up, without serious training, without a coach, and beat all of us at the top.” And then came the subtle warning. The Serbian continued, “He has so much talent and potential, he could have done incredible things, but neglecting his body brought him where he is… I wish him all the best, and maybe a little less drinking and sending those videos.”

August 27, 2025, Flushing Meadows, New York, USA: Novak Djokovic during a match against Zachary Svajda on Day 4 of the 2025 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on Wednesday August 27, 2025 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. JAVIER ROJAS/PI Flushing Meadows USA – ZUMAp124 20250827_zaa_p124_048 Copyright: xJavierxRojasx

 

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