'Villain' Nick Kyrgios shows softer side with kind gesture before Paul Jubb Wimbledon game

Nick Kyrgios took time out to pose with fans ahead of his practice session on Tuesday in a kind gesture as he prepares to take on Britain's Paul Jubb at Wimbledon. The world No 40 begins his campaign at the All England Club against one of the 17 Brits in the main draw of the singles event.

Kyrgios had one last hit on Tuesday morning at Aorangi Park ahead of his Wimbledon opener against Jubb. The former quarter-finalist was joined by his girlfriend and sister when he was asked to take a photo with fans who were near the practice courts and kindly obliged before leaving as his girlfriend Costeen Hatzi shared her concern over the chance of rain.

The Aussie is due to play British No 8 Jubb second on Court 3 today, and has already shared some kind words about the 22-year-old who is playing in the main draw for just the second time. "As for my opponent, I feel like I can put myself in his shoes very well. I was once that kid that got a wild card at the Australian Open," Kyrgios said ahead of the tournament.

"Felt really good just to be around, soak it all in, the media, the fans, everything, the hype. I know how he's going to be feeling. He's going to go out there and he's going to just play freely, nothing to lose."

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The Australian Open doubles champion made a bold claim that he "should win easily" but admitted it wouldn't be easy. He continued: "Being in that position, I loved it. I was an underdog every time I walked out there. I had no pressure. So I know it's going to be a dangerous match. It's not always easy to be the favourite, just sweep aside someone. Never. I've had matches like that and it hasn't gone well.

"I know I just got to ride the waves