Nick Kyrgios has already been handing out some golden lines during his stint on Wimbledon commentary with the BBC, and we are just one day into his stint.
The Australian is one of the sport’s most energetic and unpredictable characters, which is what has made him so polarising over the years.
Many love him, and understandably so, whilst other traditionalists loathe his lack of decorum.
But, the 29-year-old is undoubtedly box office, and since wading into commentary and punditry, has earned praise for his adaptability.
He speaks well and from a unique point of view that other ex-professionals cannot.
His latest claim though is a big one.
Nick Kyrgios couldn’t believe what Carlos Alcaraz did yesterday
Speaking as Carlos Alcaraz dispatched qualifier Mark Lajal to get his Wimbledon title defence underway, there was one particular moment mid-way through the match that got him and the centre-court crowd on its feet.
Two backhand slices had his opponent back peddling, and as he feigned to unleash a third, he instead placed a fine drop shot to force Lajal in close.
All he could do was poke it back into the centre of the court, and as Alcaraz opened up his body to place it to his right, a last-second flick of the rest sent it in the opposite direction, leaving his opponent stranded.
A piece of true artistry, Nick Kyrgios couldn’t believe it, claiming: ‘That’s ridiculous. This is what I am saying, someone like him who has grown up [on clay], you just don’t see many Spanish have this type of game style. So comfortable around the net. That’s like Roger Federer-esque, honestly. So complete it’s ridiculous. He’s got too much talent.’
Roger Federer is a fine Wimbledon comparison for Carlos Alcaraz
As noted during the BBC’s coverage, this was actually just Alcaraz’s fourth showing at Wimbledon, yet he already boasts one title, and is a hot favourite to retain it this year as well.
He is undeniably destined for glory, and to earn a Roger Federer comparison should only reinforce that.
The Swiss maestro remains the greatest champion in the history of Wimbledon, with eight titles, and although Novak Djokovic will try to equal that during this tournament, the competition is very fierce, and he is still recovering from a torn meniscus in his knee.
To win this title would be arguably the greatest feat in sporting history given where he was less than a month ago, with Djokovic providing an update on his injury ahead of his return to action today.
However, should Alcaraz win Wimbledon, it might arguably be even more worrying for Federer’s legacy in SW19, as the 21-year-old would already have two titles at such a young age.
With the power and ferocity to match his grace and guile, this youngster is the complete package.
There is an expectation that no record is safe with him around.
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