Nick Kyrgios slams Tony Jones over Novak Djokovic comments

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Nick Kyrgios has launched a fiery, expletive-filled attack on Channel Nine‘s Tony Jones following the presenter’s controversial remarks about Novak Djokovic.

Jones had called Djokovic a “has-been” and “overrated,” sparking a backlash that led to both Jones and Channel Nine issuing public apologies.

Djokovic, who had initially refused to attend post-match media, acknowledged the apology through Tennis Australia, stating, “Novak acknowledges the apology has been given in public as requested, and is now moving on and focusing on his next match.”

Kyrgios, never one to hold back, took to Facebook to vent his frustration.

“How the f*** does this guy still have a f***ing job? It is putrid stuff,” Kyrgios said, before calling Jones an “absolute flop” and “Chompers mate.”

@newssportau Nick Kyrgios took to social media to deliver an expletive-laden spray at Tony Jones. #tennis #ausopen #ao2025 #nickkyrgios #novakdjokovic ♬ original sound – News Sport

Earlier, Kyrgios had also criticised Jones on Instagram, sharing a video of the comments and adding, “Coming from this clown – couldn’t run around a park this bloke.”

The drama comes amid wider controversy surrounding Jones, who had also labeled American tennis player Danielle Collins a “brat” after her post-match behavior during a win over Australian Destanee Aiava.

In the wake of the tension, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese weighed in, calling for greater kindness and respect.

“We need more kindness and generosity and respect. Just across the board,” Albanese told ABC radio, urging a shift in tone across public discourse.

Source: The West Australian.

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