The Australian also showcased his prowess in doubles with his partner and compatriot Thanasi Kokkinakis this season. The pair won the Australian Open doubles title and qualified for the ATP Finals in Turin.

After the Aussie pair’s victory against fifth seed Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek in Turin, Kyrgios took to social media and praised himself for entertaining the crowd.

“I am going to go out and there and do what I can do” - Nick Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis defeated Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek in three entertaining sets 3-6, 6-4, 10-6 to keep their hopes of reaching the semifinals in Turin alive.

In his post-match interview, Kyrgios mentioned that he was aware of the significance of the match and realized that a loss could send them home.

Kokkinakis also said that the energy from the crowd lifted them during the match.

Kyrgios stated that they never expected to play in Turin at the start of the season and were enjoying their time in Italy.

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