Nick Kyrgios Blasts BBC For Wimbledon Snub After Previous Success
NewsSaturday, 21 June 2025 at 12:00
Nick Kyrgios is someone who always honestly says what he thinks, and he did that also recently after a snub from the British broadcaster BBC.
Kyrgios last competed at the Miami Open, and since then, he's been recovering from an injury, trying to return to the tennis courts. His obvious goal was Wimbledon, as he reached the final in London three years ago.
However, the Australian won't be able to play at the Championships this year, announcing his withdrawal a few days ago. With the 30-year-old sidelined, there was still a chance he would have to travel to SW19 for this year's Wimbledon.
Kyrgios has proven to be exceptional in the commentary booth, which is why many tennis fans expected him to return to commentary also this year. However, the BBC chose not to hire the 2022 Wimbledon finalist this year.
The current ATP World No. 633 player spoke to The Guardian, explaining why Wimbledon is a special tournament for him. Of course, with Kyrgios' only Grand Slam singles final coming in the All England Club, the tournament holds a special place in his heart.
"Wimbledon holds special memories for me. It’s the first Grand Slam where I broke through and it’s the pinnacle of tennis. Every time you step into the grounds you feel the energy and the aura. But I don’t always feel so comfortable there either because I don’t act like the normal tennis player. Wimbledon takes note of that a lot. I definitely feel like a snowman in the desert there but I enjoy it."
"The fact I’ve made the final of a Grand Slam is pretty damn cool. It’s something I’ll be able to share with my kids and grandkids and show them that anything is possible. The courts around my house are generally concrete with cracks in them so the fact I made a Grand Slam final is pretty crazy."
But despite his experience and knowledge when it comes to grass-court tennis, Kyrgios wasn't chosen as a commentator for this year's Wimbledon. He thinks he's a great fit for the role, especially since he managed to beat Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray in his career.
Kyrgios revealed that the current World No. 108 player, Christopher Eubanks, was chosen for his role instead, which he sees as a loss for the BBC.
"I know I’m a great commentator. All I’ve done for 20 years is play, study and breathe this sport. I also think tennis needs commentators who say things that not everyone says."
"It’s unfortunate but it’s probably their loss more than mine. I understand they’ve got Chris Eubanks, but he hasn’t beaten the greatest of all time multiple times. When someone’s beaten Federer, Nadal, Murray and Djokovic and has incredible insights, it’s very strange you wouldn’t want that person adding knowledge to tennis fans."
Despite being clearly unhappy with the BBC's decision, Kyrgios remained optimistic for the future. He thinks that he will have a chance to work with the British broadcaster again in the future.
"I’m sure our paths will cross again. I only ever want to add humour, some knowledge, and some great atmosphere."
For now, Kyrgios remains sidelined, and after missing Wimbledon, his obvious goal shifts to the US Open. He had a good run at Flushing Meadows as well, reaching the quarter-finals in 2022.
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