Source: Nick Kyrgios
Aussie Tennis star Nick Kyrgios has been hit with 8-week suspension after 'shameful' and 'disrespectful' performance at the Shanghai Masters
On Monday night, Kyrgios was slammed with an eight-week suspension; that may be reduced down to three if he meets conditions set by the ATP after an investigation found him to be guilty of failing to provide his best effort in his loss to German Mischa Zverev.
The ATP has ruled that Kygios did not conduct himself in such a way to maintain the integrity of the game, hence the harsh punishment, according to some.
If Kyrgios is to serve the full eight week suspension, he will be out until January 15 - a day before the Australian open gets underway at Melbourne Park.
Kyrgios released an apology statement on his website:
"Following the ATP’s decision today I would like to take this opportunity to apologise again for the circumstances in Shanghai."
"The season has been a long one as I battled several injuries and other challenges towards the end of the summer."
"The Asian circuit was particularly tough after the long week and win in Tokyo and with the travel throughout the continent, my body finally just gave out in Shanghai both physically and mentally."
"This is no excuse, and I know very well that I need to apologise to the fans."
Time will tell if Kyrgios is fit and able to perform at the Australian open.
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