A Disappointing Exit for Djokovic and Kyrgios

A Disappointing Exit for Djokovic and Kyrgios

The 2025 Brisbane International saw the end of Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios’s doubles campaign, as they were defeated by the top-seeded pair Nikola Mektic and Michael Venus in the second round. This dramatic match marked an unexpected setback for the duo, who had shown promise earlier in the tournament.

A Strong Start But A Disappointing Exit for Djokovic and Kyrgios

Djokovic and Kyrgios kicked off their tournament with an emotional win in the first round, defeating their opponents on December 30th. However, despite their best efforts, they could not overcome the superior performance of the top-seeded team in the second round.

Kyrgios Battling Injury, Yet Still Delivers Incredible Shots

Nick Kyrgios revealed that he is still struggling with a wrist injury that forced him to take an 18-month break from competitive tennis. Nevertheless, he showcased his skill by landing two incredible between-the-legs shots during the match, leaving fans in awe of his talent despite his physical challenges.

Tie-Break Drama: Djokovic and Kyrgios Lose Advantage

At one point, it seemed like the duo had secured the win, leading 8-6 in the final tie-break. Unfortunately, Djokovic made a double fault during his serve, allowing Mektic and Venus to capitalize on the error and win four consecutive points, ultimately securing the match with a score of 6-2, 3-6, 8-10.

Djokovic Advances in Singles After Doubles Exit

While the doubles defeat ended their hopes for the Brisbane International title, Novak Djokovic continued to impress in the singles event. He defeated Rinky Hijikata in the first round and will face Gael Monfils on January 2nd.

Grigor Dimitrov and Cameron Norrie Make Headlines

In other Brisbane International news, Grigor Dimitrov, the second seed, earned his spot in the quarterfinals by defeating wildcard Aleksandar Vukic of Australia with a score of 6-2, 7-6.

Meanwhile, at the Hong Kong Tennis Open, Cameron Norrie of the UK triumphed over Lorenzo Sonego of Italy in a rain-affected match, securing a 6-2, 4-6, 6-1 victory and advancing to the quarterfinals.

The Resilience of Djokovic and Kyrgios

Although Djokovic and Kyrgios did not progress further in the doubles competition, both continue to demonstrate incredible resilience as they face new challenges on their respective tennis journeys.