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Nick Kyrgios and Taylor Fritz’s ‘Disgusting’ Tribute to ‘Underrated’ Tommy Paul Goes Viral After the Latter’s Australian Open Heroics

Published 01/26/2023, 5:30 AM EST

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Nick Kyrgios and Taylor Fritz have made headlines recently, not for their performances on the court, but for their praise of fellow American tennis player Tommy Paul. After Paul’s impressive showing at the Australian Open, their words of appreciation have given viral on social media. With the support of his fellow players, Paul’s rise to the top of the ATP rankings seems inevitable. Only time will tell if he will reach the heights of the Kyrgios, Fritz, and the legends of the game. However, one thing is for sure, he is a player to watch in the future.

Nick Kyrgios and Taylor Fritz share their unfiltered opinions about Tommy Paul

The term “disgusting” is often used in a negative context, but in this case, Kyrgios and Fritz are using it as a compliment to describe Paul’s skill on the court. In a recent interview, Taylor Fritz said, “I think Tommy’s Top 5, Top 3 maybe even, fastest movers on tour.” He went on to say that Paul’s footwork and speed on the court are truly impressive and make him a tough opponent to play against.

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Nick Kyrgios, who is known for his outspoken nature, echoed, “TP’s [Tommy Paul] disgusting but I reckon he’s one of the most underrated players.” Kyrgios went on to explain that Paul’s talent and skill are often overlooked by the media and fans. However, the Aussie believes that Paul has the potential to become a top player in the future.

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Tommy Paul’s rise to fame began in 2016 when he won the US Open boys’ singles title. Since then, he has made a name for himself on the ATP Tour, with notable performances at the Australian Open and the French Open. However, despite his success, Paul has yet to break into the Top 10 in the ATP rankings. Many fans believe that Paul’s lack of recognition is because he is competing in an era with some of the greatest players of all time, such as the Big Three. Kyrgios and Fritz argue that Paul’s talent and potential should not be overlooked. They believe that he deserves more attention and recognition for his performances on the court.

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With his impressive speed and footwork, Paul has all the tools to become a top player on the ATP Tour.

Paul’s incredible performance at the 2023 Australian Open

Paul is having a remarkable run in the first Grand Slam event of the season. The American has already defeated some of the top players in the early rounds of the Australian Open. He recently secured another crucial victory to reach the semifinals by defeating his fellow American, Ben Shelton, in a four-set match. This marks Paul’s first-ever Grand Slam semifinal appearance.

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The last American man to reach the semifinals of the Australian Open was Andy Roddick in 2009. Roddick ultimately lost to the Swiss GOAT, Roger Federer. Paul will now face a tough challenge as he faces Novak Djokovic in the next round. Despite some difficulties, Paul and his coach Brad Stine were able to outplay Shelton. Ultimately, Paul emerged victorious in their all-American quarterfinal match. In a post-match interview, Paul admitted that he had struggled to break points against Shelton. He shared that he did not expect to win the match. The American credited his coach for accidentally disrupting Shelton’s game plan. Share your excitement to watch the American ace in your comments below.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Tennis Author at EssentiallySports. A dentist by profession, he developed an unbridled love for tennis from the moment his father introduced him to the sport. Watching Roger Federer dominate the ATP tour with his unique and effortless style played a pivotal role in pushing Aditya to write about tennis for national publications.
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Rohini Kottu