Australian Open 2025: Nick Kyrgios Tears into Journalist Over Novak Djokovic Insult

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Nick Kyrgios, never one to shy away from controversy, has once again grabbed headlines during the Australian Open 2025.

The fiery Australian tennis star launched a scathing tirade against Nine Network journalist Tony Jones over his comments about Novak Djokovic, Kyrgios's close friend and frequent doubles partner.

Kyrgios shared an explosive video on Facebook, where he unabashedly criticized Jones, questioning his professional credentials and mocking him with unfiltered language. "How the **** does this guy still have a ******* job? It is putrid stuff," Kyrgios fumed while filming the Nine Network's desk.

He further ridiculed Jones, calling him "an absolute flop" and adding, "******* Chompers, mate," in reference to the journalist's teeth. The backlash stems from Jones's recent remarks during a segment where he mocked Djokovic, calling him "overrated" and "a has-been." Jones even suggested the Serbian star should be "kicked out," comments made under the assumption that they wouldn't reach a wider audience.

However, the clip quickly went viral, sparking outrage among Djokovic's supporters, including Kyrgios, who has always been vocal about his admiration for the 22-time Grand Slam champion.

This controversy follows Djokovic's decision to boycott his post-match courtside interview after defeating Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round. Djokovic later revealed in his press conference that his refusal was a direct response to Jones's "offensive and racist insults," adding fuel to the ongoing media storm.

Tony Jones has since issued a public apology on the Today Show, claiming he had already expressed regret to Djokovic's team before the incident escalated. Despite his apology, many, including Kyrgios, remain unconvinced, with the Aussie tennis star's outburst underscoring the deep divide between Djokovic and sections of the Australian media.

Meanwhile, Djokovic is preparing for a high-stakes quarterfinal clash against Carlos Alcaraz. His victory over Lehecka was marred by crowd hostility, as disruptive spectators attempted to rattle the Serbian during critical moments of the match. Even the chair umpire was forced to intervene.

While Kyrgios's Australian Open campaign ended with a first-round exit, his fiery support for Djokovic has ensured he remains a prominent figure in the tournament's drama-filled narrative. Whether Djokovic can channel this storm of controversy into another title run remains to be seen.