Nick Kyrgios' biggest win hurt him, says Rod Laver

By Linda Pearce
Updated November 7 2015 - 11:08am, first published October 14 2015 - 1:59pm
Laver said Kyrgios' stunning 2014 Wimbledon upset of Rafael Nadal appeared to have contributed to outrageous shot selection at times. Photo: Max Rossi
Laver said Kyrgios' stunning 2014 Wimbledon upset of Rafael Nadal appeared to have contributed to outrageous shot selection at times. Photo: Max Rossi

Shanghai Australian tennis legend Rod Laver believes the biggest win of Nick Kyrgios' career encouraged a low-percentage style of play that is now damaging his ability to win major titles, and regards part-time mentor Lleyton Hewitt as the wise head capable of overseeing his reform.