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'From an athlete who didn't play global sport…'
‘From an athlete who didn’t play global sport…’: Nick Kyrgios’ unfiltered reaction to being called ’29-year-old child’ ByHT Sports Desk Jan 16, 2025 07:43 AM IST Share Via Copy Link Nick Kyrgios was involved in another war of words following his early Australian Open exit. “I just feel we talk about this guy too much,” […]
‘From an athlete who didn’t play global sport…’: Nick Kyrgios’ unfiltered reaction to being called ’29-year-old child’
Nick Kyrgios was involved in another war of words following his early Australian Open exit.
Kyrgios was having none of it on social media, however, bristling at the criticism and firing back at Cornes: “Gotta love comments from a athlete who didn’t play a global sport appreciate the kind [words] brother x.” The duo also shared another small back-and-forth soon after. Kyrgios also claimed that he expected his loss to Fearnley to be his last singles match at the Australian Open, with the hometown favourite looking visibly uncomfortable during the match.
Nick Kyrgios once again found himself in the eye of a media storm, as he marked a return to competitive tennis after 18 months away from the sport due to chronic injury issues preventing his participation. Things didn’t go to plan, however, as he was knocked out of the very first round of his home grand slam at the Australian Open by unseeded Brit Jacob Fearnley in three routine straight sets.
End of the road for Kyrgios?
Kyrgios and Kokkinakis were looking to recreate that magic run this year, but Kokkinakis sustained some minor niggles during his brutal five set loss to another Brit in Jack Draper that could leave that partnership in jeopardy. “He’s a child,” he continued ruthlessly. “He’s a 29-year-old child. The way that he carries himself, the ambassador that he’s been, put all that in the mix, I think no one has disappointed more. No one has been spoken about more with less results than this guy over a long period of time.” Cornes’ comments come on the back of former world number one tennis player Andy Roddick calling Kyrgios out for being a tennis ‘influencer’, more concerned with likes than with results. Kyrgios was one of Australia’s most promising athletic prospects after he beat all of Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic in his first encounters against the ‘big three’. However, despite his electric style, huge serve, and blistering forehand, Kyrgios peaked at number 13 in the world and never cracked the ATP’s top ten.
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Surfers Dharma – The Journey to Purpose (ft. Koa Smith, Tom Carroll, Pacha Light)
Filmmaker and narrator Uriel Jean Armel sets out to document what it means to live with purpose. Along the way, iconic surfers including Tom Carroll, who turned his struggle with addiction into a gift, and rising voices for activism and awareness through surfing like Koa Smith and Pacha Light share their own stories of transformation. […]
Filmmaker and narrator Uriel Jean Armel sets out to document what it means to live with purpose. Along the way, iconic surfers including Tom Carroll, who turned his struggle with addiction into a gift, and rising voices for activism and awareness through surfing like Koa Smith and Pacha Light share their own stories of transformation.
Through this movie, we aim to bring awareness on environmental issues in Indonesia.
If you would like to support this cause, you can reach out to Risman via his IG page: Lombok Plastic Free IG page @lombokplasticfree
Or, Sungai Watch who provided us with some additional footage. Their their teams are cleaning up beaches and rivers of Indonesia, installing barriers to prevent the trash from coming to the ocean: @sungaiwatch – you can also support and donate through their webpage: sungai.watch
If you are interested in the topics of healing and meditation, head over to the website of Dr Joe Dispenza (drjoedispenza.com), both Koa and Uriel have been attending his retreats and found deep healing through his studies and practices
Thank you to all our kickstarter donors who made this journey possible. To be continued!
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Garbiñe Muguruza and Kosovare Asllani plot sporting pathway to social sustainability …
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A former World No.1 in women’s tennis and a footballer who has played in the top divisions of Spain, England, France, Italy and the USA joined forces with Laureus and sustainability partner, EY, at the Laureus World Sports Awards earlier this week, to begin a new chapter in social sustainability in sport.
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Amer Sports' SVP Sustainability, Anne Larilahti, joins WFSGI Board
We are proud to share that Anne Larilahti, Senior Vice President, Sustainability at Amer Sports, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI). Anne has led sustainability efforts at Amer Sports since 2022. As a board member, she will share her experience and help shape […]
We are proud to share that Anne Larilahti, Senior Vice President, Sustainability at Amer Sports, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI).
Anne has led sustainability efforts at Amer Sports since 2022. As a board member, she will share her experience and help shape the direction of the sporting goods industry on key issues such as physical inactivity, sustainability, and responsible business. We talked with Anne about what this means for her, for Amer Sports, and for the future of the industry.
What is WFSGI, and why is it important for Amer Sports to be involved?
The WFSGI is a global organization that brings together companies and associations from across the sporting goods industry, from big brands to manufacturers and national federations. It’s a platform for joint action on the challenges and opportunities we all face, like promoting physical activity, advancing sustainability, and working on international trade issues facing the industry. For Amer Sports, being part of WFSGI means we can contribute to and learn from industry-wide solutions and bring our perspective into global conversations.
What will your role be as a board member?
I am honored to join the WFSGI Board as a representative of Amer Sports at this pivotal time for our industry. I will bring in perspectives from sustainability, especially on topics like decarbonization, circular business models, and inclusive access to sport. I’m also interested in how we as an industry can better connect with public health and policy stakeholders to encourage more active lifestyles.
Physical inactivity is one of WFSGI’s key focus areas. Why does that matter?
It’s a huge global issue. According to the World Health Organization, 31% of adults worldwide—that is 1.8 billion people—don’t get enough physical activity. That’s not just a statistic—it’s a global public health crisis. Physical inactivity is linked to chronic diseases, mental health challenges, and reduced quality of life. As an industry, we have both the responsibility and the opportunity to help reverse that trend. We can create more inclusive products, support community sports, and work together to remove the barriers that keep people from moving.
What are you most excited about in this role?
At Amer Sports we believe that sport has the power to drive positive change by improving health, strengthening communities, and inspiring more sustainable ways of living. I’m excited to work together to turn that potential into action with others who are passionate about the same goals. It’s a valuable opportunity for us to learn from global peers, contribute to industry-wide progress, and share how our brands are working to make sport more inclusive and sustainable.
We congratulate Anne on her appointment and look forward to the impact she will help deliver in this new role.
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