The surprise role of Kyrgios after the release of the ATP Cup

Nick Kyrgios could be a big fan of the Boston Celtics, but he could be the spiritual animal of Aussie star San Antonio Spurs Patty Mills.

Kyrgios missed Australia’s tie in the ATP Cup Sunday against Canada due to a back injury, giving up the chance to play against world number 21 Felix Auger-Aliassime.

John Millman took his place, which means Kyrgios was seated next to the Australian team – where, along with Australian captain Lleyton Hewitt, he was Millman’s biggest supporter.

“Come on, Johnny Boy,” Kyrgios insisted throughout – which Millman did, producing an upset 6-4 6-2 win on his field in Brisbane.

Kyrgios was standing and clapping, the liveliest of Australians. Just like Mills, the grand master of lateral support for the NBA.

It was the same during Alex de Minaur’s match against Denis Shapovalov. Constant energy and support from the greatest Australian tennis personality, who wore a smile ready for the points won and a worried frown as his teammate fought.

“Come on, Demon … let’s go, champion.”

Cheerleader Kyrgios Urges Teammates

For one, it was something pretty standard in the environment of the national Davis Cup-style team; simple encouragement from an Australian compatriot. But for those who hadn’t seen many Kyrgios in such a setting, or had forgotten what it looked like in green and gold in the midst of its antics ATP Tour, it may have been a pleasant surprise.

The bad boy from Australia, who is much more complex than this simple title, is considered to be a great teammate who does not back down to give his guys a boost. He was also commended for this by his stays in the Laver Cup, when he played with international teammates.

However, it was a shame to see Kyrgios sidelined on the third day of the ATP Cup for two reasons.

It remains to be seen if the back problem will hinder his Australian Open campaign. In addition, he was unable to bombard another valuable match, pledging to donate $ 200 ace this summer to assist in the Australian bushfire response.

Millman promised $ 100 but only managed one ace in his formidable victory on Sunday.

Kyrgios was a leading figure among Australian sports stars in responding to the bushfire crisis, calling on Tennis Australia to create a fundraising exhibit before the Australian Open; what he duly did.

Millman promised $ 100 but only managed one ace in his formidable victory on Sunday.

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