Nick Kyrgios recently opined that Novak Djokovic is the tennis GOAT (Greatest Of All Time), emphasizing the Serb’s underappreciation despite his superior Grand Slam tally.

Kyrgios expressed his admiration for the World No. 1’s achievements on former boxer Mike Tyson’s podcast. The Aussie lauded Djokovic as the best player in tennis history, citing his potential for more Major victories while highlighting his lack of credit for sustained excellence and longevity on the tour.

“I think he (Novak Djokovic) is the best ever. Like [24] Grand Slams and I think he’s got a couple more in him as well, it’s crazy. I don’t think he gets the credit he deserves enough. He’s almost been on tour for like 20 years as well, like the longevity,” he said on the latest episode of the Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson podcast.

Kyrgios has a 2-1 advantage over the 36-year-old in their head-to-head record. The Serb’s only victory came in the 2022 Wimbledon Championships final, where he beat Kyrgios in a four-set thriller to secure his seventh Wimbledon title.