Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will deepen their blooming bromance with a follow match in entrance of paying spectators on Friday at Rod Laver Arena, the Australian Open mentioned.
The first Grand Slam of 2023 begins subsequent Monday and sees nine-time Melbourne champion Djokovic return to the match following his ban a yr in the past.
The famously fiery Australian Kyrgios as soon as labelled the Serbian “a tool” however publicly supplied his assist final yr when Djokovic was deported over his Covid vaccination standing.
“Get set for explosive action as tennis’ most famous frenemies come together on RLA for an exciting practice match,” the Australian Open tweeted on Monday.
Proceeds from the match will go to charity and is a re-run of final yr’s Wimbledon ultimate, when Djokovic beat Kyrgios in 4 units.
It will give Kyrgios a badly wanted run-out forward of his house Grand Slam, having been sidelined thus far this yr with an ankle harm.
Djokovic saved match level on Sunday earlier than defeating Sebastian Korda to win the Adelaide International and reinforce his standing as a heavy title favorite for Melbourne.
