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Matthew McConaughey hits the court with Nick Kyrgios ahead of US Open 2025
With the Manhattan skyline providing a cinematic backdrop, McConaughey and Kyrgios shared an easygoing session filled with banter, rallies, and plenty of laughs. The vibe was casual, with neither of them worried about the scoreboard.
The experience of hitting in tennis' biggest stadium. @NickKyrgios and @McConaughey spent a morning together in Arthur Ashe Stadium as part of Hana Kuma's Good Trouble with Nick Kyrgios. @HanaKumaCo_ #USOpen
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 9, 2024
At one point, Kyrgios dropped a motivational gem that resonated across professions:
'Pressure is a privilege'
Their conversation drifted through tennis routines, staying fit, and McConaughey's regular court sessions with fellow actor and friend Woody Harrelson. While Kyrgios tossed in a few light coaching tips, McConaughey joked that he'd take a set of tennis over running any day, saying:
'It's a hell of a lot more fun than running a mile'
Though the match was more about fun than finesse, both players showed flashes of their respective styles, Kyrgios with his signature flair and McConaughey with some surprisingly solid shots. The rally wrapped up with laughs, compliments on well-played points, and a firm handshake, a reminder of the simple joy that sports bring, especially when played just for fun.
As the 2025 US Open approaches, kicking off August 18 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York, moments like these help blend entertainment with athleticism in the most refreshing way.
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