Kyrgios fined US$14,000 for US Open racquet meltdown
NEW YORK: Nick Kyrgios was fined US$14,000 on Wednesday (Sep 8) for his spectacular double racquet smashing tantrum at the end of his US Open defeat to Karen Khachanov.
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Nick Kyrgios hit with biggest fine of US Open for racquet smashes after Karen Khachanov quarter-final loss
Nick Kyrgios has been hit with the biggest fine at the US Open so far after smashing two racquets following his quarter-final loss to Karen Khachanov. The Australian vented his frustration immediately after shaking hands with Khachanov, having earlier hurled a bottle to the ground. Ad Kyrgios was fined $14,000 (£12,000) for his behaviour, bringing his total for the tournament up to $32,500 (£28,200).
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