Nick Kyrgios 'devastated' after US Open exit defeat to Karen Khachanov

Nick Kyrgios may have lost a grand slam title due to an overcooked forehand in a thriller. Despite the Australian's courage and effort, one wonders if this opportunity will ever arise again, despite his loss to Karen Khachanov at the US Open by 7-5, 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (4), 6-4. As he exited the court, he demonstrated frustration that he had realised as much as he had smashed rackets and more.

Unfortunately, he lost after putting up a good fight against Karen Khachanov.

The loss shattered the famous Austrialian player, who said he felt mentally distraught.


He continued and said that he feels right now that he has failed this event. He adds, 'That's like a failure. That’s what I feel.' He is devastated and added that he just felt like he had a chance to win it. There’s nothing in between.

At the US Open this season, the 23rd quarterfinal was his first quarterfinal. Since 1987, Kyrgios has been the only player to topple the No. 1 seed twice in a single season.

The 27-year-old player expressed that there's nothing people remember more than winning a Grand Slam, regardless of how you play the game.



He adds that he thinks most other tournaments are a 'waste of time' so one should just show up at one. On Friday, Khachanov will take on Casper Ruud, the fifth seed at the US Open 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Did Nick Kyrgios break any rules?
A: Due to his wild racket-smashing spree and unsportsmanlike conduct in the quarterfinals of the US Open 2022, Kyrgios also received a code violation for unsportsmanlike conduct. The Aussie was criticised for denouncing himself at the change-over.

Q: How long was the match between Nick Kyrgios and Karen Khachanov?
A: The close tennis match lasted for three hours and forty-one minutes. It was a neck-to-neck, five-set thriller at the well-known Arthur Ashe Stadium.