Nick Kyrgios has continued his strong start to the Australian summer - but it didn't come without drama.
In his second round match in the Murray River Open against Harry Bourchier, Kyrgios overcame a controversial time violation to win in straight sets.
During the second set, Kyrgios walked off the court after being given a time violation - and he wasn't happy, audibly getting stuck into the umpire over the decision and saying "I'm not playing" multiple times.
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Watch the video below to see Kyrgios' blow up.
🤯KYRGIOS WALKS OFF!🤯
— Wide World of Sports (@wwos) February 3, 2021
"I'm not playing!"😲
The Aussie has abandoned ship after a time violation against his serve... and he is NOT happy about it!
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The full explanation... Was his walk-off warranted?🤔
— Wide World of Sports (@wwos) February 3, 2021
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This is ridiculous especially when you compare it to other players on tour like Nadal and Djokovic.
— Lachlan McKirdy (@LMcKirdy7) February 3, 2021
Kyrgios is one of the quicker servers on tour 😂
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Eventually the issue was resolved, and the 25-year old went on to claim a 6-2 7-6 victory.
After the match, Kyrgios was in a much happier mood and said he loves playing in Melbourne.
Kyrgios defeats Bourchier 6-2 7-6(7)
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) February 3, 2021
"I definitely feel at home playing in the Aus open, I love it here" - @NickKyrgios 🙌 pic.twitter.com/NgEiZt3rcO
