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'Low IQ': Medvedev takes aim at Melbourne crowd after victory

Daniil Medvedev took aim at sections of the raucous Australian Open crowd following his entertaining victory over home hero Nick Kyrgios on Thursday, saying: "They probably have a low IQ."

Australian Open: ‘Most talented player in last 10 years’ – John McEnroe hoping Nick Kyrgios fulfils potential

John McEnroe has claimed Nick Kyrgios is the «most talented player» he has «seen in the last decade» despite the combustible Aussie bowing out of his home Grand Slam. Kyrgios put on a show on Rod Laver Arena, pushing favourite Daniil Medvedev to four sets before succumbing 7-6(1) 6-4 4-6 6-2.

Daniil Medvedev the 'best player in the world' - Nick Kyrgios's claim backed by Mats Wilander

Mats Wilander has backed Nick Kyrgios's suggestion that Daniil Medvedev is the best male tennis player in the world right now. Kyrgios believes the Russian deserves top billing having got an up-close look at Medvedev's current form in a captivating second-round encounter, saying that the US Open champion's consistency puts him above his rivals. Ad/> «I think that if you asked everyone on tour, I think they would vote him the best player in the world at the moment,» Kyrgios explained after his four-set defeat.

The difference between Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal is 'amazing', says Mats Wilander after Brit loses in second round

Mats Wilander says the difference between Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal 'is amazing' as the two enjoy different fortunes in Australia. Murray lost his second round match to Japanese qualifier Taro Daniel in straight sets and looked unable to match his opponent's energy levels. Ad/> But Nadal, one year Murray's senior and playing in his first slam since the French Open, has not yet dropped a set in Australia.