Djokovic takes swipe at Kyrgios after Shanghai antics

World number one Novak Djokovic has taken a dig at Nick Kyrgios, after the Australian was fined for his antics at the Shanghai Masters.

Kyrgios escaped suspension but was fined a total of $US16,500 for a string of offences during his second round match against Mischa Zverev on Wednesday.

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The world No.14 received a code violation for an audible obscenity, and directed a tirade at fans after being booed for apparently giving up before the match was over.

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Djokovic admitted the Australian was an impressive talent, but said he will only be able to realise his true potential when he adjusts his attitude.

“He obviously has life lessons to learn but he’s still relatively young so hopefully that’s going to happen,” the Serb said.

The world number one also conceded that Kyrgios was making a name for himself for all the wrong reasons.

“Well I haven’t heard great things but we’re kind of used to it when Nick Kyrgios is the context of conversation.”