Novak Djokovic will team up with Nick Kyrgios in the Brisbane International doubles as a precursor to the Australian Open. The arrival of 24-time Grand Slam winner Djokovic was seen in Brisbane on Saturday, who is excited about the pairing in the Australian Open tune-up event.
“It’s going to be fun,” Djokovic said, noting their plans had been discussed during Wimbledon earlier this year. “We texted about it, and now we’ve got the first chance right away in the first week of the season.”
The partnership is notable, given the duo’s fiery history. Kyrgios previously criticized Djokovic but later developed a friendship, cemented after their Wimbledon final meeting in 2022.
Kyrgios, who has played just one singles match in the last two years because of injuries, brought his trademark humor to the announcement. “Everyone thinks it’s a pleasure playing with him, but it’s actually a pleasure playing with me. Let’s be real,” the Australian quipped.
The Brisbane International runs from Sunday to January 5, serving as a precursor to the Australian Open starting on January 12. Fans await the chemistry and entertainment this high-profile duo will bring to the court.
