Almost every player in the tennis world has a unique style or technique while serving, and this is especially evident in the case of Nick Kyrgios. The 2022 Wimbledon finalist has both ferocious serves and a unique underarm serve that often catches his opponent off guard. And recently, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, Rafael Nadal, tried the underarm serve.

The Spanish tennis legend participated in the charity tournament, Tennis For Peace, after his exploits in the United Cup. As the occasion was more about fun rather than intense competition, Nadal epitomized the mood of the match by trying the serve that surprised both his opponents and his fans.

Rafael Nadal steps in the footsteps of Nick Kyrgios

Currently, the 22 times Grand Slam champion is taking part in a humanitarian exhibition match in the renowned Rod Laver Arena, one of the primary venues for the first Grand Slam tennis tournament of the Year. The current world number 2, while playing a match alongside Maria Sakkari, tried a ‘Kyrgios’ underarm serve. 

A video of the former world number one performing the underarm serve is doing rounds on the internet. It is definitely winning hearts of both Kyrgios and Nadal fans. After the Tennis star hit an underarm serve, it caught everyone by surprise. 

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Not only did it lighten up the scenario, but even the current world number 2 smiled at his own effort. However, after seeing this moment. However, Nadal’s attempt at replicating the Australian star’s unique served doesn’t change the fact that Kyrgios will be one of the toughest tests for the Spaniard at the Australian Open. Moreover, the Australian tennis player has made his point clear that he might also be a potential threat to some biggest tennis legends this year. 

Is Kyrgios the biggest threat for the top players in 2023?

Relating to his consistent performances on the ATP Tour in 2022, the Wimbledon finalist used his Instagram account to share a message that was very direct about his place in this 2023 season. The Aussie star shared an image of the players’ profiles, including Nadal and Novak Djokovic, which had him in third place following the Spanish legend.

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The Australian tennis star issued a warning, notifying his rivals on and off the tennis court to be on the lookout for him as a potential threat. What are your thoughts on the Australian star’s chances of causing a few upsets in the 2023 season? Let us know in the comments.