The always controversial Nick Kyrgios is back at the center of controversy after an explosive statement in a recent episode of the podcast he shares with coach Patrick Moratoglou.

In the chat, the Australian stated that Jannik Sinner will have a more successful career than Carlos Alcaraz, and surprised everyone by justifying it due to non-sporting issues: "Alcaraz really likes girls."

Kyrgios and his theory about Alcaraz's distraction

Kyrgios, currently away from the circuit due to injuries since October 2022, did not hesitate to give his unfiltered opinion.

"I would say Sinner, because Alcaraz really likes girls. He might get distracted, he might party a lot, while I think Sinner seems more focused," commented the Canberra tennis player, known for his irreverent style on and off the court.

His words generated immediate reactions on social media and among tennis fans, as they mix personal life with sporting performance in a context where both players are at the elite of world sport.

Renowned coach Patrick Moratoglou, who now works with Naomi Osaka and was a mentor to Serena Williams, brought his more technical perspective to the debate. According to him, the differentiating factor between the two players lies in the Italian's mental consistency.

"Sinner is more consistent. If you look at his season, Alcaraz is losing more matches than Sinner, many more. Sometimes it seems like he's not there, even during matches. He has ups and downs, while Sinner is constant," he explained.

The numbers: Who has the better career, Alcaraz or Sinner?

Despite Kyrgios and Moratoglou's assertions, the current data favors Carlos Alcaraz. The Spanish tennis player leads the record between the two by 8-4, has won five Grand Slam titles to Sinner's three, and has been world number one on several occasions before turning 22.

However, Jannik Sinner currently holds the number one spot in the ATP rankings.after a season marked by consistency, maturity, and strong performance in major tournaments.