“The public perception and media coverage creates sensationalism and talk and that’s what Nick has done without even showing what he can really do. “He can play the game and he is bloody good. “I’ve had a fair bit to do with him when he was younger,” he said. Rafter won 2 Grand Slam singles titles (US Open 1997 & US Open 1998) and was runne. Comes from the largest family on ATP tour, third-youngest of nine children (six boys, three girls). Highlights of the Grand Slam tennis career of Patrick Rafter (Australia). On July 26, 1999, became first Aussie to reach No. Rafter said it was disappointing that Kyrgios’ antics consistently overshadow his tennis ability which Rafter believes holds the 27-year-old back from realising his true potential. Patrick Rafter, Self: The Fifth Set: Australia and the Davis Cup. “He’ll have to beat a couple of really good players to win it but he’s a chance.ĭespite the tournament only running a week, Kyrgios has already generated plenty of headlines after he engaged in a war of words with Tsitsipas which saw both players fined while Kyrgios accused a line judge of being a ‘snitch’ in his opening round match. “Djokovic looks a pretty clear person in the final.
PATRICK RAFTER PROFESSIONAL
“He is in a pretty good section and Rafael Nadal has a tough draw. Pat Rafter is a now retired, former professional tennis player who was greatly admired both on and off the court. “Talent-wise yes (he can win) because he looks good every time he plays,” Rafter said on SENQ's Pat and Heals. Rafter, who was a dual finalist in 20 at Wimbledon, said that Kyrgios has a favourable draw on his side and couldn’t have a better opportunity to win his first grand slam title.
0 kommentar(er)
