Nick Kyrgios has offered up an apology for his actions at the Shanghai Masters last week, and the suspended Aussie reportedly is seeding professional care so that he may shorten his ban.
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"Nick's health and wellbeing is a priority and the ATP has offered a reduced penalty on the provision that he seeks appropriate professional advice, which he has agreed to do," a Tennis Australia statement read.
Kyrgios, a 21-year-old who is now at a career-high ranking of No.14 in the world, would be eligible to return to tennis on Nov.7 if he fulfills the requirement that the ATP has set out for him.
In a statement released on Twitter on Monday, Kyrgios made no excuses for his actions.
“This is no excuse, and I know very well that I need to apologise to the fans – in Shanghai and in other parts of the world – as well as the tournament organisers in Shanghai who do an amazing job,” he wrote. “I of course know how important the fans are to the success of our sport and I personally love the interaction with fans in the many different cities throughout the world on the tennis circuit.”
Kyrgios has wowed with his talent and with his rebellious behavior during his career. Thought of as perhaps the most talented player of his generations, he’s also known for his volatile temper, disrespect for opponents and a lack of passion for the sport.
Some believe that Kyrgios is more than just a hothead who acts out, and there is growing belief media believe that Kyrgios might need more than a simple “attitude adjustment.”
“I am someone who gives a huge amount of time to my fans because I love and value their support,” Kyrgios wrote in his statement. “Their energy is what motivates me to reach for the top of the game. I regret that my year is ending this way and that I will not have a chance to continue chasing the ATP Finals. This was an important goal for me. I do understand and respect the decision by the ATP and I will use this time off to improve on and off the court. I am truly sorry and look forward to returning in 2017.”