Are Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios Friends?

Last Modified Jul 27, 2024 07:07 GMT
Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios Friendship
Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios

In the competitive world of professional tennis, the friendship between Australian stars Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios has garnered the attention of tennis fans worldwide. De Minaur and Kyrgios are well-known Australian tennis players with very different personalities.

Alex de Minaur is an Australian tennis player who is ranked No. 6 in singles by the ATP. De Minaur has won nine singles titles till date, including the 2024 Mexican Open. Alex de Minaur is known for his elite defensive skills and movement on the court. His speed on the court has given him the nickname “Speed Demon.” After defeating Sebastian Korda in the championship match, De Minaur claimed his ninth ATP title at the 2024 Libema Open. He finished quarterfinalist at the 2024 French Open.

Nick Kyrgios is an Australian tennis player who achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 13 in 2016. He rose to fame after defeating former No. 1 Rafael Nadal at the 2014 Wimbledon. Kyrgios is known for his entertaining style of play, as well as on-court controversies, including racket-smashing, ranting and trash-talking. Kyrgios reached the 2022 Wimbledon final, where he was defeated by Novak Djokovic.

However, the friendship between Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios has been a subject of curiosity due to a recent controversy that sparked the rumours between the two. The feud was reignited after Kyrgios pulled out of the 2023 United Cup just before a pre-tournament press conference.

Are Nick Kyrigos and Alex de Minaur Still Friends?

Yes, Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios have been friends for a long time, even though people have talked about them not getting along.

In his interview with Sydney Morning Herald, Nick Kyrgios denied a feud with his fellow player Alex de Minaur, claiming he holds a "special relationship" with his countryman. He even called him his 'little brother'. He even shared that both of them have apologised to each other for their irregular behaviour, if any.

Playing Style

Nick Kyrgios is known for his huge first serve, and many believe he is one of the best servers in the game. His first serve can reach 140 mph, and overall, Kyrgios’ playing style can be described as an aggressive baseliner, who also likes to use slices and drop shots to confuse opponents.

Alex de Minaur is known for working hard and his defensive skills on the court. He is very quick and is capable of retrieving balls from very tough positions. From the baseline, De Minaur likes to be a counter-puncher, and slowly likes to gain advantage during rallies.

Personality and Demeanor

Nick Kyrgios is a lively and sometimes controversial person. He speaks his mind and shows his feelings openly, both when he's playing and when he's not. He has been involved in numerous arguments on the court, including disagreements with officials and players.

Meanwhile, Alex de Minaur is completely the opposite. He has a calm demeanor on court and does not let emotions get the better of him. His work ethic and attitude is inspirational for many aspiring players.

Also Read: What is De Minaur nickname?

Career achievements

Both Kyrgios and de Minaur had won seven ATP singles titles each, until the latter won the Mexican Open 2024 title and the 2024 Libema Open. Kyrgios’ last title came at the 2022 Washington Open, where he defeated Yoshihito Nishioka in the final. De Minaur’s last title came this year, where he defeated Sebastian Korda in the final.

FAQs

A. Alex de Minaur is 25 years old as of 2024.

A. Alex de Minaur was born in the Australian city of Sydney on February 17, 1999.

A. The net worth of Alex de Minaur is estimated to be $3 million as of 2024.

A. Alex de Minaur’s nickname is “Speed Demon.”

A. Swisse Wellness, TAG Heuer, Asics, Wilson, and FairMarkets sponsors Alex de Minaur.

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