Tennis
Wimbledon: Kyrgios cracks, justice is seized
Beaten by Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final on July 10, Nick Kyrgios was once again noticed. In the middle of the final, the Australian had complained to the referee about a spectator, alcoholic according to him, who disturbed him during the meeting. The latter is now taking legal action against the 27-year-old tennis player.
On July 10, Nick Kyrgios reached the final of a tournament for the first time in his career Grand Slam at Wimbledon. Opposed to Novak Djokovic, the Australian lost in four sets, even though he still won the first set (4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (3)). If he is capable of a stroke of genius, Nick Kyrgios is also known for his bloodshed and this final was no exception. Towards the end of the third set of this final, the 27-year-old tennis player let his rage explode against his coach and his relatives, accusing them of only giving him advice when he was behind.
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“She’s the one that looks like she’s had about 700 drinks”
But it was another event that made people talk during this match. Nick Kyrgios also complained to the referee about a spectator present in the stands of the Center Court. He accused the latter of distracting him “ as I serve in a Wimbledon final. Why is she still there? She’s completely drunk in the front row and talks to me in the middle of a game. Fire her. I know exactly which one it is. She’s the one wearing the dress. She’s the one that looks like she’s had about 700 drinks, bro “, he had declared. The spectator in question was then temporarily taken out of the stadium, but was finally able to return 15 minutes later, after talking with the people in charge of security.
A “completely unfounded” allegation
The Telegraph tells us that she has decided to take legal action against Nick Kyrgios following these events. The famous spectator, named Anna Palusa 32-year-old Polish lawyer, underlines the “ damage and an allegation totally unfounded from the Australian, in a statement relayed by the English media. ” Not only did this cause considerable harm on the day, resulting in my temporary expulsion from the arena, but Mr. Kyrgios’ false allegation was broadcast and read by millions around the world, which caused my family and to myself considerable harm and distress “, she said.
Nick Kyrgios sued
” I am not litigious, but after careful consideration, I have concluded that I have no choice but to ask my attorneys Brett Wilson LLP to bring libel proceedings against Mr. Kyrgios in order to clear my name “, she continued. ” The need to obtain substantiation and to prevent the repetition of the allegation are the only reasons for taking legal action. All damages recovered will be donated to charity. With this decision, she hopes that Nick Kyrgios ” will reflect on the harm he has caused me and my family and offer a speedy resolution to this matter. »
