Novak Djokovic makes a stunning prediction about Nick Kyrgios's Australian Open chances after the two mates teamed up in thrilling doubles match
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Nick Kyrgios impressed the great Novak Djokovic so much in the superstar duo's dazzling doubles display in Brisbane that the Grand Slam legend believes the Aussie is capable of beating everyone in his path at the Australian Open. Playing only his second tour match in almost two-and-a-half years, Kyrgios looked back to his captivating best during a 6-4 6-7 (4-7) 10-8 victory over Alexander Erler and Andreas Mies on Monday night.
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Few could have predicted such a polished showing, laced with tweeners, supersonic serving and remarkable movement, as the 29-year-old displayed no signs of the wrist and knee issues that threatened to prematurely end his tumultuous career. 'Hopefully Nick can stay healthy because, with this game, he can beat anybody on any surface, so it's great and exciting news for all the tennis world seeing him back on the court,' Djokovic said.
![[Playing just his second tour match in almost two-and-a-half years, Kyrgios looked outstanding]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/30/22/93598943-14237509-Playing_just_his_second_tour_match_in_almost_two_and_a_half_year-a-75_1735597414454.jpg)
'It's hopefully a great start of the season for both of us and we can keep it going in singles and see how far we can go.'. Kyrgios makes his much-anticipated singles comeback on Tuesday against towering Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard but is warning fans against expecting miracles so soon in his return to the game.
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Novak Djokovic was very impressed by Nick Kyrgios' form on Monday night. Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios teamed up for a doubles win at the Brisbane International. 'I don't know how much I'm going to do in my match,' said the 2018 Brisbane International champion.
