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In a recent tweet, Nick Kyrgios questioned former World No. 1 Andy Roddick about his recent video educating the current generation of players on how to execute racquet smashes without getting in trouble.
The ATP imposed a $25,000 fine on Kyrgios for unsportsmanlike behavior following his racket-smash after his quarter-final encounter with Rafael Nadal at Indian Wells. Jenson Brooksby was also fined $15,000 for hitting a ballboy with his racket after an angry outburst.
In an attempt to check the growing number of such incidents on the ATP tour, Roddick's mostly humorous video, which soon went viral, demonstrates how to smash a racket while minimizing the chances of collateral damage.
Nick Kyrgios also referenced comments made by former World No. 5 Daniela Hantuchova, who opined that players have started to lose respect for Emma Raducanu after a string of early losses. The Aussie said Raducanu is a "far bigger name" than Hantuchova ever was.
"What’s with old retired players giving their opinion on our stars now? I love A-rod and I agree we all need to chill with the rackets and all that, but geezus, I read an article about a past female player talking about Radacanu, no offense but she is a far far bigger name already," tweeted Kyrgios.
Nick Kyrgios beats Fabio Fognini to reach 4th round in Miami
Kyrgios continued his fine run in Miami by beating former World No. 9 Fabio Fognini in straight sets. The Aussie was at his dominant best against the veteran. Kyrgios had earlier dismantled Andrey Rublev in another straight-sets win, even bageling the Russian in the second set.
Kyrgios seems to be back to his best after suffering abdominal issues at Wimbledon last year. The Aussie made it to the quarterfinals at Indian Wells earlier this month before losing out to Nadal.
Kyrgios will square off against Jannik Sinner in the Round of 16 of the Miami Masters.
