In classic Nick Kyrgios fashion, the Australian tennis maverick has taken the Novak Djokovic and Tony Jones controversy to a whole new level, turning what was already a viral moment into pure comedic gold. With the help of impressionist and close friend Elliot Loney, Kyrgios spoofed the situation in a hilarious yet cutting takedown of Jones’ controversial comments.
The controversy
The drama began when Djokovic refused to give a post-match interview to Channel 9 after journalist Tony Jones made inflammatory remarks. Standing in front of Serbian fans, Jones called Djokovic an “overrated has-been” and said he was glad they couldn’t hear him—remarks that sparked outrage across the tennis world.
The incident quickly gained traction, with reactions pouring in from stars like Victoria Azarenka and Boris Becker. Djokovic’s refusal to engage only fueled the fire, leaving Channel 9 and Jones scrambling to apologize.
Kyrgios strikes back
Enter Kyrgios, never one to shy away from a controversy. Teaming up with Loney, known for his spot-on impressions of tennis legends, Kyrgios spoofed the incident in a fake news segment, filmed in what appeared to be Kyrgios’s apartment.
“Novak, we are on live television, mate,” Kyrgios quipped, playing along as Loney mocked Jones’s on-air gaffe. The skit hilariously mimicked Jones’s remarks, flipping the script to poke fun at the absurdity of the situation.
But Kyrgios didn’t stop there. Taking to social media platform X, he fired shots at Jones directly: “Why is it always the most unathletic people calling out the best athletes in the world?”
Kyrgios’s outrage escalated in a video on Facebook, where he went all in on Jones, questioning his career and taking personal jabs. “How the **** does this guy still have a ******* job? It is putrid stuff,” Kyrgios fumed. Then came the infamous jab: “Tony Jones, you absolute flop. ******* Chompers mate!”
The tennis world reacts
As the saga unfolded, Kyrgios’s antics added fuel to the fire. Fans and players alike chimed in, with many backing Kyrgios’s criticism of Jones’s comments. For his part, Djokovic has stayed relatively silent, letting the chaos swirl around him.
The bigger picture
The incident raises questions about the line between journalism and disrespect in sports commentary. Kyrgios, never one to hold back, has turned the moment into a broader critique of how athletes are treated by media figures. While his methods are unorthodox, his message has struck a chord with fans who feel athletes deserve more respect.
Whether you see Kyrgios as a defender of the sport or an agent of chaos, one thing is certain: he knows how to command attention—and he’s not letting this controversy slide quietly into the background.
