All these analysis in the comments but no one is talking about the main problem. His attitude. He was in it all throughout 5th set. He had every chance to win. Every time he couldn’t break he’d throw a fit. His whole demeanor was “I don’t care anymore”. He nearly got broken twice in the fifth because he started serving to let his anger out. Serving faster than necessary. Etc. He needs a mental coach. He doesn’t know how to control his anger. He can’t keep himself composed. He hit a tweener shot one game in the fifth. For no reason. He needs a lesson on how to win. He’s doing trick shots at all the wrong times. And getting meaninglessly angry at winnable moments. He shouts at his box too much. I could go on. He’s got lots of talent. But until he fixes his attitude he won’t win. Khachanov played great. He deserves to win. But nick had his chances. We don’t know what would have happened if nick was 100% focused and composed throughout the whole match. I’ve recently become a nick fan after not liking him for ever. But his lack of discipline makes you wanna punch a wall

Them´s the breaks, Nick - you didn´t let anyone down, on the contrary we all came to appreciate your unique talent - go get some rest and get ready for the next major.

Congratulations to Karen Khachanov! This is a big gift for all of you, New York crowd.😊

Khachanov played on a high level, particularly on his serve and agility on the court. Congratulations to him.

Just shows how amazing The Big Three have been for over a Decade.

He is such a mad one....keep going like this I don't see any winning grand slam moments in him

Honestly feel for him. He’s turned it all around and improved so much mentally and physically. He deserves a slam tbh.

Nick, you shouldn't have played doubles man. Conserve energy.

Very sad loss but a very good year for kyrgios and I hope he takes the positives out of it because the people know now he can do it all in the Australian Open and I hope he still believes it

He'll be fine, looking forward to seeing him at the AO.

He fought his bleeping heart out, played weak in some big moments, but he left it out on the court. I love his game so much for all the magic it has. I feel heartbroken for him, but proud for his effort. I hope he wins a major next year.

damn he really wanted this. wish he wouldve held on the first game of the 5th set, but thats what changed it all. it was hard to get a break today

Now we can see the real narcisist behind the mask. Poor player and even more poor person.

Last reporter gave the answer : “now that you are aware of what you are capable of (after Wimbledon final and taking out Medvedev), defeats hurt more “ … great conclusion …

You did well Krygios. You must be proud of yourself.

Funny how he never expects his serve to get broken and never expects his opponent to save a break point . That drives him crazy all the time. Other than that class act .

Best part of an event is to see an interview with Nick after he loses. The guy is not the gracious sportsman tennis deserves. He does crap to annoy other players on the court. Too bad Nick, face the music like an adult.

Hold your head up high Nick. You have played so many amazing games and be proud of that. You will come back better and stronger next time Champ. Proud of you.

Crazy to see how Nick has some full circle and realised the value of these big tournaments- the slams. You can see how much it meant to him. Hopefully that hunger stays with him.

this is actually a good thing, he cares, is hungry and willing to do the work, he will be back and win a big one

Heartbreaking loss but he will be back stronger than ever

Darn…I was rooting for Nick! Still am!

jesus nick you made the quarters of a slam. enjoy the moment mate you'll be richer for the experience!

Thanks Nick for your tournament and the show. See you.

I was rooting for kyrigios unique player I was hoping you will win took out the number one player in the world the big two out of this tournament I was hoping it was going to be your year but not meant to be good luck in Australian your home a win 🥇 there would be even sweeter!

You haven’t let anyone down. It’s entertainment for the public but it’s life for you. Enjoy the journey because that’s the bit that is important more than the time at the top

Kyrgios plays high risk high reward tennis. That’s fun to watch and of course it allows you to win above your own level sometimes, but it won’t give you the consistent results that the very top of the world are getting. Of course he is incredibly talented and can play incredibly well. But he can’t expect to perform at the level of his best day when he’s playing such a high risk game

Most tennis players have attitudes in different ways, why just picking on very talented and amazing player and very kind human being,we have to look at the amazing charities he does!!! Proud of you Nick 💓🌹💓🌹💓🌹💓

This is the most humble I've ever seen him be. I've never been able to stand the guy. Always such a pompous, arrogant arse. Hopefully he'll learn from this loss and move forward and achieve greater success with greater humility. EDIT: I made my comment before seeing his childish temper tantrum at the end of the match where he destroyed two of his racquets stealing away attention from Khachanov's moment in victory. Now I see this as a typical pathetic attempt by Kyrgios of damage control. Not buying it!

When you are playing at grand slams and want to go deep you can't be playing doubles also .you have to decide and stop playing doubles for the time being. Also Nick's fitness has improved but it will take some time to reach great shape. I will advise him to stop doubles and focus on coming Australian Open.He can very well win that.

Luv Nick, real deal~real dude

"every other tournament during the year is a waste of time" He's as classless as they come, and I'm overjoyed he and his team of bullied lickspittles are going home.

Win or lose, he brings something creative and different to the game. I prefer watching Nick play to any other player. Wish him well for the future.

An amazing physio! He said he couldn’t walk and then he won the next set!!

You are so talented, and maybe if you learned to keep your cool, you will get to that mountain top. Unfortunately, you are your worst enemy.

This is probably the closest Nick would ever come to being the clear favorite its sad in a way

He really gave it away in that 1st and 3d set service games, those were so much below par. Don't quite understand it. Choking when being the favorite at a big stage for the first time? Let's hope it is a learning experience and he continues the good work, as he really deserves a Slam or two at least.

Hang in there your day will come...keep working hard.

If he could contain his emotions he could well become a great player, but he is too much like a little kid. Smashing rackets, water bottles etc. He actually needs to grow up and become an adult. Comparing him with Federer for instance, it shows what keeping your cool can achieve!

No excuses Nick, you don't need them. You're building towards something remarkable, keep chipping away, your progress in the last 12 months is unrivalled

this loss hurt Nick bad, to the seat of his soul

I’d be fibbing if I said I was a fan of Kyrgios but he should try and build on what he’s done in 22 and enter the AO in Melbourne with the same belief and focus he brought to the court vs Medvedev and just take it one match at a time and big moments down the road are still possible and completely in reach

Thats why the Greats are very mentally up there. They take defeats and they go again. And again. So try again AO next

Make 2023 your year! Karen's 2018 Paris Masters is memorable, and you are right: we only remember the winner, not so much the runner-up.

Why Nick has to go this STUPID Press Conference when he is not feeling well. Press and media are asking for Nick to snap! He keep all together! Nick, I know this means a lot of $$$$$ for you, but this season your tennis and you played at a new balanced level! Great and Congrats!

Relax on the doubles, I know you love kk but singles is your focus to win a slam brah

Once he made it to the quarters, he should’ve stopped playing doubles

Nick Serious tried to switch being Delirious though it didn't help his cause. Like I called it before the match this would be a challenge for him and it certainly turned out to be that way as the war or attrition was won by Karen in the decider.

B.S. There are so many other beautiful very hard to win tennis tournaments around the world. Tennis is global and the competition is deep.

It's been obvious for a long time that mental toughness is the most important attribute separating the best from the rest. Kyrgios doesn't have it. He's a big crybaby. Nobody owes him anything. He WILL always make mistakes - everybody does - it's how you deal with them that counts. Kyrgios needs a good psychologist more than anything.

Maybe he should reconsider a coach but it would take someone special. He is still putting too much pressure on himself. Even with the new refreshed Kyrgios 2.0 the guy has issues controlling himself. He certainly has the talent and is the most entertaining player on the tour but it takes consistency to win a Slam. Last night he started out flat and never fully recovered - gave away the first set on his own serve at 5-6. Maybe he didn't have enough respect for Khachanov's game. The guy was consistent throughout the match and didn't crack.

I love watching Nick play and was wishing he would get to the finals. He can beat anyone. I feel so sorry for him. Before anyone criticizes Nick, they need to get off their high horse and remember what an outstanding player he is.

Always moaning!!! His tennis is good but he is not focus enough. Today his opponent played better and that's obviously why he won

His racquet antics after the match were disgusting. I mean Tim henman, David nalbandian, Todd Martin were some good players who never won a slam, they reached finals of slams and lost yet never exploded I this manner. Not every guy can be Nadal or dokojvic or federer... Just be happy with your game and improve where you can... Stop this manbaby stuff, it 🧦 sucks

These poor players having to answer questions.

his energy was down most of the match. He doesn't recover well (if at all) after an unforced error. It's a shame because he is has a lot more hurt factor than Khachanov for future rounds.

Still a nice paycheck finishing in QFs.

I contrast this reaction to his losing to Yannick Sinner’s press conference after losing in five astounding sets to Alcaraz. There is no comparison in terms of ego strength. I don’t know what happened to Nick along the way when he was younger, but he’s just immature and doesn’t have any depth of perspective. And there’s really no excuse for smashing two rackets after his loss. He doesn’t know how to build on success.

He's amazingly talented just needs some luck. I am sure he will come back even stronger.

Drama queen, honestly. "I don't care. I don't care". He really thinks he's above it all.

Never mind. The best players lose sometimes. And you scored over Rafa one time. You need to learn some manners! This is how you learn!

You either show up at at Grand slam he is so correct

Your telling me people can hear this

He needs a coach. But who would want to coach him?

🗣🎙Kyrgios’ on court behavior is not only immature and vulgar but it’s a CLEAR DISPLAY of gamesmanship with the intent to disrupt his opponents. He used several obscenities, broke racquets and never got called out on it by the umpire! That’s absolutely appalling! 🤯 He is an absolute scourge on the sport of tennis 🎾.

This dude has to snap out of it. He plays pro tennis for a living, makes a ton of money. Life isn't really so bad. Its sports. You win you lose some. Thats life.

Petenis dunia butuh atitude dilapangan..

Why do they let him play hes a poor loser when he beats someone he tries to humiliate them. Good for Karen

Don't worry Nick , you will win the Australian open.😘🥳🏆

Will have more opportunities in the future he hopes so he was playing aggressively enough in last few months or so but last night wasn't his night. Anyway well played!

Why did he break his racket and his water bottle though? A bit too much drama in that match. Really good game though aside from that.

poor nick

He needs to stop play doubles in grand slams.. I guarantee if he didn't play doubles he'd of felt fresh from the start

Nick kyrgios losing a game has never let anyone down and never will , we love for him to win ,but if he doesn't ?it isn't a let down at all ...the huge everytime LET DOWN is his attitude ,smashing his racquet ,verbal abuse, spitting and acting out like a spoiled brat child at his age is a huge everytime let down ,losing concentration throwing his tantrums still after all this years ? and now what is worse : the way he treats his box every time he fails or screws it up , like if it was his teams fault ! when is he going to grow up? and suck up his mistakes instead of blaming and yelling at his box that sits there unable to disguise their embarrassment, as a fan of him i personally feel embarrassed watching him abuse and yell at his team : is like watching an abusive drunk abusing and beating at his wife ,not being able to do anything for her!, if he dares to yell and abuse his team and girlfriend in front of millions of people watching ? every one must wonder : how do this guy abuses them when no one is watching HIM ? Even if when he wins he declares how his team helps him and loves his girlfriend support ? after we all seen him yelling and abusing them at various stages of his game ...if anyone would say he is a woman beater ? after watching him verbally abusing his girlfriend and team in front of everyone ; I would believe he is capable . partners ,girlfriends and team members are always there to support ...not to be yelled at and abused, is disgusting !

To be fair, he's only won one OF in a slam ever and never won a semi final. I'm struggling to see why he seems to think he's on some sort of run of success. Guys delusional.

Please don't give away the result of matches in the title or the cover photo. I didn't know the result of the match and was looking forward to watching the highlights. But as soon as I saw the title of this video I knew who won. It took away all the excitement.

Hey Nick, WHO'S the "absolute pelican?" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

As expected, Nick couldn't handle the favorite tag. Created hell lot of pressure!

I acknowledge his natural skill but his behaviour is shocking. He is a role model for up and coming youth, in all sports. It is simply not acceptable.

Nick I admire and watch all your games. You are great. But when you going to control your emotions? Please grow out of your 16 y.o shell.

Hey change ur attitude so you will become grand slam champion

Hey Kyrgios, retire! Punk

Don’t be a baby! You did quite well.

😂🤣🤣

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WTF

Lost to a Karen.....Lololol

very very disappointed ngl

I’d be shattered if I lost to Karen as well.

Clown 🤡 🤡

Can’t stand this clown. Good to see him lose. 😁

Bye bye Clown

Atp should have a banned for penalties in a tournament. You make the sport look bad you really do. But hey if you get you head on straight, like your doing.....you will be the top man unless the goats come_in but you will be right there with them. I mean that to...

awww the worst human in sports history is looking for pity😭😭😭

boycott niick

Body language of a child who didn’t get his way. The chance of this boy ever becoming a man is very slim.