Nick Kyrgios Takes Aim at Aussie Reporter with Brutal 'Chompers' Remarks Post-Djokovic Interview Fallout
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India, Jan. 20 -- Novak Djokovic, a figure often surrounded by controversy in Melbourne, has sparked a new scandal during the ongoing Australian Open 2025. Following his victory in the fourth round against Jiri Lehecka, the Serbian athlete declined to participate in a customary courtside interview with tennis legend Jim Courier. In the subsequent press conference, Djokovic elaborated on his decision, attributing it to the offensive and racist remarks made by Nine Network reporter Tony Jones. Nine Network serves as the official broadcaster for the Grand Slam event in Melbourne.
During his broadcast, Jones remarked, "Novak, he's overrated. Novak's a has-been. Novak, kick him out. Boy, I'm glad they can't hear me. Anyway, let's get onto the tennis."
In the aftermath of the incident, Djokovic garnered support from fans and celebrities alike on social media, with Elon Musk also expressing his solidarity. The chairman of X retweeted Djokovic's statement and criticized the 'legacy media.'
In response, Jones disclosed that he had already issued an apology to Djokovic's team following his controversial remarks last week, where he ridiculed the world No. 7 and Serbian tennis supporters. He publicly apologized on the Today Show and has resumed his role as host for Nine Network's coverage of the Australian Open 2025.
Nick Kyrgios, known for his own controversies and a friend of Djokovic, shared a video on Facebook in which he filmed the Channel Nine desk. In the video, Kyrgios can be heard expressing his disdain for Jones, stating, "How the **** does this guy still have a ******* job? It is putrid stuff."
Kyrgios further mocked Jones' appearance, saying, "Tony Jones, you absolute flop. ******* Chompers mate!"
Kyrgios, on the other hand, was ousted in the opening round in Melbourne. Djokovic is set to face Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals on Tuesday. In his previous match, Djokovic triumphed over Lehecka with scores of 6-3, 6-4, and 7-6 (7-4), despite facing opposition from the audience. As Lehecka attempted a late resurgence in the third set, the spectators at Rod Laver Arena began to disrupt his concentration, particularly during his service attempts, necessitating intervention from the chair umpire.
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