Nick Kyrgios is preparing for one of the biggest match of his career as he goes head-to-head against Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon Men’s Singles final.
The Australian tennis ace, 27, who is viewed by his supporters as a loveable rogue and by critics as an tyrant, has had a bumpy road to Centre Court.
His early matches against Britain’s Paul Jubb and Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas were the subject of huge controversy, and he was gifted a place in the final after Rafael Nadal pulled out of their semi-final match.
Then it emerged he has been ordered to appear in court over a common assault allegation made by his ex-girlfriend, the model Chiara Passari.
Yet through this tumultuous run at the All England Club, Kyrgios has had the unwavering support of his girlfriend Costeen Hatzi.
Constant support: Nick Kyrigos with his girlfriend Costeen Hatzi during a sightseeing break in London
PDA: Kyrgios and Costeen share a kiss during a training session at Wimbledon (left). Right, one of the glamorous snaps shared by Costeen on Instagram
Loved-up: The couple have found time to explore the city despite Nick’s busy Wimbledon schedule and have shared snaps of their adventures on Instagram
Time in the spotlight: Nick Kyrgios is preparing for one of the biggest match of his career
The 22-year-old psychology student has been at every one of her boyfriend’s games since the start of the year and is a familiar face at SW19, cheering from the stands and waiting patiently by the side of the court during training sessions.
The loved-up couple, who went public with their relationship in December 2019, have packed on the PDA and have been spotted kissing, holding hands and embracing over the last two weeks.
Kyrgios and Costeen have teased fans by suggesting they are engaged. Although Costeen is occasionally seen with a gold band on her ring finger, no other details have been shared.
The influencer, who has 97,000 followers on social media, made it clear that she was not shaken by the assault allegations made against her boyfriend, stepping out with him in the hours after the claims first emerged.
Showing off their romance: The couple soaked up the sun during a break from training on Friday
A kiss for his girl: Kyrgios leaned down to give Costeen an embrace at Wimbledon on Friday
High-flying life: Psychology student Costeen, pictured, just celebrated her 22nd birthday and the pair have moved into an apartment in the inner-Sydney suburb of Zetland
Look of love: Nick’s Instagram is now partly devoted to sharing loved-up snaps chronicling their relationship. He has even hinted that he’s planning on popping the question, telling one fan their engagement is coming soon
By his side: The tennis ace is besotted with his girlfriend, pictured walking hand-in-hand through the All England Club
His no. 1 fan! Costeen was in the stands as Kyrgios took on Stefanos Tsitsipas in his third round match
A kiss on the court: The couple put on a loved-up display during a break from a training session on Saturday
Kyrgios is facing allegations he assaulted his ex-girlfriend, model Chiara Passari, in an incident last year and will appear in court in his hometown of Canberra on August 2. The charge carries a maximum sentence of two years in prison.
Kyrgios had an on-off relationship with Chiara before meeting brunette beauty Costeen.
The couple live together in the inner-Sydney suburb of Zetland and frequently share gushing posts to each other on social media.
After it emerged that Kyrgios would play in the Wimbledon final, Costeen wrote: ‘Finals of Wimbledon. This is insane. I love you and we all can’t wait to see you out there with all our support.
Playing tourist! Tennis bad boy Nick Kyrgios and girlfriend Costeen Hatzi enjoyed sightseeing in London this week during a break from Wimbledon
Family ties: Nick went public with Ms Hatzi and his Instagram is now partly devoted to sharing loved-up snaps chronicling their relationship. Pictured, with his sister in London
Ms Hatzi (middle) has shared a number of photographs of herself in and around Wimbledon
Psychology student Ms Hatzi (left) has been travelling the world supporting her athletic beau
Girlfriend Costeen Hatzi, 22, a psychology student who has travelled to London to support her beau, showed her support by reposting one of Kyrgios’ Instagram videos in the hours after news of the court summons emerged. Above, Costeen in the original Instagram video
‘When you have the right people around you, anything is possible.’
Kyrgios shared his girlfriend’s post on his own Instagram, and added: ‘My baby, what a ride it’s been. Why not one more? I love you.’
It comes after eagle-eyed tennis fans noticed the VIP pass Ms Hatzi was wearing to Wimbledon listed her as a ‘player’s trainer’.
This detail rankled Kyrgios’ many critics because Ms Hatzi, an aspiring social media influencer, is not a qualified trainer and has never played at a professional level.
Of course, while she is not a trainer in a traditional sense, there is no doubt Ms Hatzi is playing a crucial role in her boyfriend’s career at the moment.
Ms Hatzi, who has watched every one of Kyrgios’ games since the Australian Open, said it was amazing to see what the 27-year-old could accomplish ‘with the right people’ supporting him
Kyrgios shared his girlfriend’s post on his own Instagram, and added: ‘My baby, what a ride it’s been. Why not one more? I love you’
It comes after eagle-eyed tennis fans noticed the VIP pass Ms Hatzi, 22, was wearing to Wimbledon listed her as a ‘player’s trainer’
A closer looked at the VIP pass around her neck revealed she wasn’t simply a plus-one for the polarising Australian, but was in fact listed as his ‘trainer’
While she is not a trainer in a traditional sense, there is no doubt Ms Hatzi is playing a crucial role in her boyfriend’s career at the moment
Kyrgios himself has credited her with helping him stay focused on his game, calling her his ‘greatest blessing’, and insiders say she has been instrumental in turning his life around
Nick Kyrgios and girlfriend Costeen Hatzi put on a united front at Wimbledon on Wednesday
Kyrgios himself has credited her with helping him stay focused on his game, calling her his ‘greatest blessing’, and insiders say she has been instrumental in turning his life around after a tumultuous few years.
Kyrgios isn’t afraid to declare his love for his brunette girlfriend, writing in a birthday post: ‘My beautiful Costeen, the most amazing person I’ve ever met. You’ve been the biggest blessing in my life and I’m so incredibly thankful that I get to call you my best friend.
‘No matter what we do, I always get excited because I know that we are going to make every little moment enjoyable. There is nothing I love more than being able to make you laugh and seeing that amazing smile of yours.
‘I’m so incredibly proud of how far we have come, and now to say we have a home together. I cannot wait for all our adventures, big or small, or around the world.’
Miss Hatzi, pictured, has been a frequent face at Wimbledon, turning out to support her boyfriend as he continues his campaign
Nick Kyrgios ‘ girlfriend Costeen Hatzi appears to be standing by her man after he was ordered to appear in court over a common assault allegation. Pictured, the couple in a video shared to Instagram last week
Costeen has been right by Nick’s side throughout his run at Wimbledon. The athlete went Instagram official with Costeen last December, following his split from longtime girlfriend Chiara Passari
Kyrgios pictured with girlfriend Costeen Hatzi at a basketball event in Sydney on May 11
Nick Kyrgios faces court summons over abuse allegations
The tennis star, 27, who plays his next match at Wimbledon today, is facing allegations he assaulted his ex-girlfriend, model Chiara Passari, pictured, in an incident in 2021 and will appear in court in his native Canberra on August 2
Kyrgios is facing allegations he assaulted his ex-girlfriend, model Chiara Passari, in an incident last year and will appear in court in his hometown of Canberra on August 2. The charge carries a maximum sentence of two years in prison.
Initial reports stated the charge came after Kyrgios allegedly grabbed Ms Passari in December 2021.
However, ACT Police confirmed to Daily Mail Australia that the alleged incident was only reported in December. It is said to have occurred months earlier.
Ms Passari, who was allegedly pushed by Kyrgios, commented to say she had nothing to do with the charges only emerging this week as Kyrgios prepared for Wimbledon quarter-final.
A police statement released on Tuesday afternoon read: ‘ACT Policing can confirm a 27-year-old Watson man is scheduled to face the ACT Magistrates Court on the 2nd of August in relation to one charge of common assault following an incident in December 2021.’
Kyrgios’s barrister Jason Moffett, from Key Chambers, told The Canberra Times his client was aware of the allegations, which were ‘in the context of a domestic relationship’.
‘The nature of the allegation is serious, and Mr Kyrgios takes the allegation very seriously.
‘Given the matter is before the court… he doesn’t have a comment at this stage, but in the fullness of time we’ll issue a media release.’
Late on Tuesday night, Kyrgios’ legal team released a statement denying the tennis star had been charged.
‘At the present time, the allegations are not considered as fact by the Court, and Mr Kyrgios is not considered charged with an offence until the First Appearance,’ the statement said.
‘It may be misleading to the public to describe the Summons in any other manner than a formal direction to appear to face allegations, the precise nature of which is neither certain at this moment nor confirmed by either the Prosecution or Mr Kyrgios.’
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