He said he needed to free his mind and play free – and he did. This Kyrgios thing, I’m sad too. Good on him,” Kyrgios said, most likely sarcastically, when he was told of his criticism.When asked what sort of pain he was feeling in his knee out on the court, he replied with: “I don’t know mate, ask Johnny Mac. The 2017 Australian Open was a tennis tournament that took place at Melbourne Park between 16–29 January 2017. 2017 Australian Open Results Men's Singles Women's Singles Men's Doubles Women's Doubles Team Cup Mixed Doubles More Scoreboards NFL NBA MLB NHL NCAA Football NCAA Basketball Tennis But that’s the kind of shot you would do if you’re not interested in winning. Dominic Thiem of Austria serves in his third round match against Benoit Paire of France on day six of the 2017 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 21, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. He has not won a grand slam title since Roland Garros 2014 but he knows now that he is ready to end that drought.The Australian Open 2017 had been a fairy tale story for both champions but it was only the opening chapter of what could become a classic season.Tennis Australia acknowledges that the AO is held on Aboriginal Land and we extend our respects to the Traditional Owners, their ancestors and Elders past, present and emerging and to all First Nations People. Nick Kyrgios, you are the future of this game. Veuillez lire attentivement les restrictions relatives au Contenu sous Licence sur le site Web de Getty Images et contacter votre chargé de clientèle Getty Images pour toute question à cet égard. 13’s controversial loss to Andreas Seppi in the second round led tennis legend John McEnroe to label him a “black eye for the sport” after the 21-year-old lazily addressed reporter after the match.McEnroe sympathised with the polarising star, coming to his defence immediately after slamming him for his conduct.“The future of tennis is for players to break free from these straitjackets we put on them,” “To show their true colours, their emotions. This is not cool Eugenie Bouchard’s attempt to get her career back on track was in serious jeopardy on day five.The Canadian handed American opponent Coco Vandeweghe the advantage in their third round match by serving a double fault on break point in the seventh game of the first set before dropping it 6-4.She responded with an early break in the second set and evened the match at 4-6 6-3.Anastasia Pavlyunchenkova is eyeing an upset of 11th seed Elina Svitolina after claiming the first set of their match 7-5.Nick Kyrgios’ surprise between-the-legs shot late in the fifth set of his defeat against Andreas Seppi has been the most discussed shot of this year’s Australian Open.Seven commentator Jim Courier didn’t hold back when analysing the effort, describing it as a “shot you would do if you’re not interested in winning”.“That’s when you’re half checked in and half checked out,” Courier said. Only Margaret Court has more with 24 – and that record may not last the year.At the age of 35, Serena had swept all before her. Australian Open 2017. Roger Federer in vintage form and you have to feel for Berdych somewhat in this first set,” Herald Sun’s Emily Benammar said from the arena.“The great Swiss is turning everything to gold and has captivated every single person in the crowd. I had the momentum after that.”It was the 29-year-old’s 48th victory at the Australian Open, four away from a possible maiden title at Melbourne after losing in an astonishing five finals.Meanwhile, crowd favourite Jo-Wilfred Tsonga has taken home a win against Jack Sock after dropping the third set, while former champion Stan Wawrinka progressed safely into the fourth round after recovering from a slow start to overcome Serbian Viktor Troicki.It’s been a wild week for Nick Kyrgios to say the least.The world No. By the end of Sunday night, they would have 32 grand slam titles between them – they just needed to sort out who went home the cup this time.It was the final that everyone had dreamed of but that no one though could happen. But there’s some bad news.Australia suffered two heavy blows with Bernard Tomic and Ashleigh Barty bowing out of the tournament in the third round.Coco Vandeweghe (USA) defeated Eugenie Bouchard (CAN) 6-4 3-6 7-5(1) Angelique Kerber (GER) defeated Kristyna Pliskova (CZE) 6-0 6-4(4) Stan Wawrinka (SUI) v (29) Viktor Troicki (SRB) 3-6 6-2 6-2 7-67pm — Mona Barthel (GBR) defeated Ashleigh Barty (AUS) 6-4 3-6 6-3(17) Roger Federer (SUI) defeated (10) Tomas Berdych (CZE) 6-2 6-4 6-4(24) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) def (11) Elina Svitolina (UKR) 7-5 4-6 6-3(12) Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA) defeated (23) Jack Sock (USA) 7-6 7-5 6-7 6-3(13) Venus Williams (USA defeated Ying-Ying Duan (CHN) 6-1 6-07pm — (5) Kei Nishikori (JPN) defeated Lukas Lacko (SVK) 6-4 6-4 6-4(32) Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) v (7) Garbine Muguruza (ESP)(8) Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) defeated Jelena Jankovic (SRB) 6-4 5-7 9-7(1) Andy Murray (GBR) defeated Sam Querrey (USA) 6-4 6-2 6-4Daniel Evans (GBR) defeated (27) Bernard Tomic (AUS) 7-5 7-6 7-6Switzerland's Roger Federer put on an absolute clinic against Tomas Berdych.The Swiss legend put on an absolute masterclass at Rod Laver Arena, sending 10th seed Tomas Berdych off scratching his head at the pure dominance displayed by his older opponent.Federer took the match in straight sets 6-2 6-4 6-4, showcasing athleticism and prowess of a much younger man as he cruised through to the fourth round.“Tomas was shaking his head as he walked up there, he is in disbelief the guy has been out of the game for six months,” Lleyton Hewitt said.“A fantastic guy on the tour week in week out he has done all the hard work.