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Nick Kyrgios’ latest outburst on the court resulted in yet another fine for the fiery Australian tennis pro.
During his second-round match at the U.S. Open Wednesday, Kygrios aimed his frustrations at his own team in the player’s box after losing a game in the third set against Benjamin Bonzi despite winning the first two sets.
He was caught spitting in their direction and began shouting at them over what he deemed a lack of support.
Nick Kyrgios of Australia reacts against Benjamin Bonzi of France in their men’s singles second-round match at the 2022 U.S. Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Aug. 31, 2022, in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City.
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“Go home if you’re not going to f—ing support me, bro,” Kyrgios shouted toward his group of supporters, which included girlfriend Costeen Hatzi. “You’re not a spectator.
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He received an unsportsmanlike conduct warning immediately after but was later fined $7,500, the highest ever imposed at the U.S. Open, CBS Sports reported.
Nick Kyrgios of Australia reacts against Benjamin Bonzi of France during a singles match at the U.S. Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Aug. 31, 2022.
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Earlier in the match, Kyrgios also complained to the chair umpire about the odor of marijuana. The official suggested the smell could have been food.
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“Obviously, I’m not going to complain about food smells,” Kyrgios responded. “Obviously, not.”
He later said he is asthmatic.
Nick Kyrgios of Australia reacting during a match against Benjamin Bonzi of France Aug. 31, 2022, in the U.S. Open.
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“When I’m running side to side, I’m struggling to breathe,” he said. “Probably not something I want to be breathing in in between points.”
Kyrgios advanced to the third round, where he will face American J.J. Wolf Friday night.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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