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A panel of three judges on The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled unanimously that the law withstood constitutional scrutiny, rebuffing arguments from the two companies that the statute violated their rights and the rights of TikTok users in the U.S. The government has said it wants ByteDance to divest its stakes in TikTok. But if it doesn't and the platform goes away, it would have a seismic impact on the lives of content creators who rely on the platform for income as well as users who use it for entertainment and connection. Here are some details on the ruling and what could happen next: In their lawsuit, TikTok and ByteDance, which is also a plaintiff in the case, had challenged the law on various fronts, arguing in part that the statute ran afoul of the First Amendment and was an unconstitutional bill of attainder that unfairly targeted the two companies. But the court sided with attorneys for the Justice Department who said that the government was attempting to address national security concerns and the way in which it chose to do so did not violate the constitution. The Justice Department has argued in court that TikTok poses a national security risk due to its connections to China. Officials say that Chinese authorities can compel ByteDance to hand over information on TikTok's U.S. patrons or use the platform to spread, or suppress, information. However, the U.S. hasn't publicly provided examples of that happening. The appeals court ruling, written by Judge Douglas Ginsburg, said the law was “carefully crafted to deal only with control by a foreign adversary." The judges also rejected the claim that the statute was an unlawful bill of attainder or a taking of property in violation of the Fifth Amendment. Furthermore, Ginsburg wrote the law did not violate the First Amendment because the government is not looking to “suppress content or require a certain mix of content” on TikTok. TikTok and ByteDance are expected to appeal the case to the Supreme Court, but it's unclear whether the court will take up the case. TikTok indicated in a statement on Friday the two companies are preparing to take their case to high court, saying the Supreme Court has “an established historical record of protecting Americans’ right to free speech." "We expect they will do just that on this important constitutional issue,” a company spokesperson said. Alan Morrison, a professor at The George Washington University Law School, said he expects the Supreme Court to take up the case because of the novelty of the issues raised in the lawsuit. If that happens, attorneys for the two companies still have to convince the court to grant them an emergency stay that will prevent the government from enforcing the Jan. 19 divestiture deadline stipulated in the law, Morrison said. Such a move could drag out the process until the Justices make a ruling. Tiffany Cianci, a TikTok content creator who has supported the platform, said she was not shocked about the outcome of the court's ruling on Friday because lower courts typically defer to the executive branch on these types of cases. She believes the company will have a stronger case at the Supreme Court. “I believe that the next stages are more likely to produce a victory for TikTokers and for TikTok as a whole,” Cianci said. Another wild card is President-elect Donald Trump, who tried to ban TikTok during his first term but said during the recent presidential campaign that he is now against such action . The Trump transition team has not offered details on how Trump plans to carry out his pledge to “save TikTok." But spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said in a statement last month that he plans to “deliver” on his campaign promises. After Trump takes office on Jan. 20th, it would fall on his Justice Department to enforce the law and punish any potential violators. Penalties would apply to any app stores that would violate a prohibition on TikTok and to internet hosting services which would be barred from supporting it. Some have speculated that Trump could ask his Justice Department to abstain from enforcing the law. But tech companies like Apple and Google, which offer TikTok's app on their app stores, would then have to trust that the administration would not come after them for any violations. Craig Singleton, senior director of the China program at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, said enforcement discretion — or executive orders — can not override existing law, leaving Trump with “limited room for unilateral action." There are other things Trump could potentially do. It's possible he could invoke provisions of the law that allow the president to determine whether a sale or a similar transaction frees TikTok from “foreign adversary” control. Another option is to urge Congress to repeal the law. But that too would require support from congressional Republicans who have overwhelmingly supported the prospect of getting TikTok out of the hands of a Chinese company. In a statement issued Friday, Republican Rep. John Moolenaar of Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on China, said he was “optimistic that President Trump will facilitate an American takeover of TikTok” and allow its continued use in the United States. ByteDance has said it won't sell TikTok . And even if it wanted to, a sale of the proprietary algorithm that powers TikTok is likely to get blocked under Chinese export controls that the country issued in 2020. That means if TikTok is sold without the algorithm, its likely that the buyer would only purchase a shell of the platform that doesn't contain the technology that made the app a cultural powerhouse. Still, some investors, including Trump’s former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and billionaire Frank McCourt, have expressed interest in buying it. This week, a spokesperson for McCourt’s Project Liberty initiative, which aims to protect online privacy, said participants in their bid have made informal commitments of more than $20 billion in capital. The spokesperson did not disclose the identity of the participants.
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Antonio Brown teases role in Donald Trump's administration - before swiftly deleting the post READ MORE: Steelers coach Mike Tomlin gives brutal response to Antonio Brown Follow DailyMail.com's politics live blog for all the latest news and updates By JAKE NISSE Published: 22:03 GMT, 27 November 2024 | Updated: 22:11 GMT, 27 November 2024 e-mail View comments Antonio Brown could be set for a role in Donald Trump 's next White House administration - if the often-unhinged ex-NFL star is to be believed. Brown, who has consistently ripped Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris , teased the possible gig this week after CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins was announced as the network's new Chief White House Correspondent. On Wednesday, the ex-Steelers receiver responded an X post that shared the Collins news and wrote, 'See you at the White House' with an eyeball emoji. Brown's reply was then swiftly deleted. The White House has not announced anything regarding a potential employment of Brown. Former Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown has been an outspoken supporter of Donald Trump He teased a possible White House role on X on Wednesday before quickly deleting his post It's also possible that Brown - who previously posted pictures of Tom Brady 's ex-wife Gisele Bundchen hugging him on social media - could simply be making a lewd comment on Collins' appearance. However, he previously told DailyMail.com that he was serious about taking a job in Trump's administration if he was offered one. Brown claimed he would do whatever was needed to help Trump a success, from a job in the White House to becoming an elected representative. 'I'd be the man in the office,' he said, when asked what sort of job he would like to do. 'The House of Representatives or something.' Brown attended a Trump rally and led a voter registration drive at a tailgate party - both in Pittsburgh - before the 78-year-old was ultimately elected as president for a second time. At one point during the rally, Brown and former Steelers teammate Le'Veon Bell both appeared onstage next to Trump. While the election took place more than three weeks ago, Brown has continued to take aim at Vice President Harris. Brown previously appeared onstage at a rally alongside trump and ex-teammate Le'Veon Bell Former Steelers star Brown also led a voter registration drive at a tailgate party in Pittsburgh In a clip just under 30 seconds posted on the X account on Tuesday night for the Democratic party , an emotional Harris said in a seemingly unprompted clip: 'I just have to remind you, don't you ever let anybody take your power from you. Read More Antonio Brown and Clay Travis rip Kamala Harris over bizarre Thanksgiving message 'You have the same power that you did before November 5th. And you have the same purpose that you did. And you have the same ability to engage and inspire. 'So don't ever let anybody or any circumstance take your power from you.' Brown - like other conservative voices - questioned whether Harris was sober in the video. 'I swear to drunk I'm not God,' Brown wrote next to a screengrab of Harris looking especially emotional and bleary-eyed. Brown, a seven-time Pro Bowler in the NFL, last appeared on the field in January 2022 - when he ripped off his pads and jersey at MetLife Stadium in the middle of a game vs. the Jets and headed to the locker room. Donald Trump Pittsburgh Steelers Share or comment on this article: Antonio Brown teases role in Donald Trump's administration - before swiftly deleting the post e-mail Add commentFamilies enjoy unique programming at Ottawa museums over holiday breakNigambodh Ghat: Delhi's oldest, busiest crematorium and a bird watcher's paradise
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — John Elway says any remorse over bypassing Josh Allen in the 2018 NFL draft is quickly dissipating with rookie Bo Nix's rapid rise, suggesting the Denver Broncos have finally found their next franchise quarterback. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — John Elway says any remorse over bypassing Josh Allen in the 2018 NFL draft is quickly dissipating with rookie Bo Nix's rapid rise, suggesting the Denver Broncos have finally found their next franchise quarterback. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — John Elway says any remorse over bypassing Josh Allen in the 2018 NFL draft is quickly dissipating with rookie Bo Nix’s rapid rise, suggesting the Denver Broncos have finally found their next franchise quarterback. Elway said Nix, the sixth passer selected in April’s draft, is an ideal fit in Denver with coach Sean Payton navigating his transition to the pros and Vance Joseph’s defense serving as a pressure release valve for the former Oregon QB. “We’ve seen the progression of Bo in continuing to get better and better each week and Sean giving him more each week and trusting him more and more to where last week we saw his best game of the year,” Elway said in a nod to Nix’s first game with 300 yards and four touchdown throws in a rout of Atlanta. For that performance, Nix earned his second straight NFL Rookie of the Week honor along with the AFC Offensive Player of the Week award. “I think the sky’s the limit,” Elway said, “and that’s just going to continue to get better and better.” In a wide-ranging interview with The Associated Press, Elway also touted former coach Mike Shanahan’s Hall of Fame credentials, spoke about the future of University of Colorado star and Heisman favorite Travis Hunter and discussed his ongoing bout with a chronic hand condition. Elway spent the last half of his decade as the Broncos’ GM in a futile search for a worthy successor to Peyton Manning, a pursuit that continued as he transitioned into a two-year consultant role that ended after the 2022 season. “You have all these young quarterbacks and you look at the ones that make it and the ones that don’t and it’s so important to have the right system and a coach that really knows how to tutelage quarterbacks, and Sean’s really good at that,” Elway said. “I think the combination of Bo’s maturity, having started 61 games in college, his athletic ability and his knowledge of the game has been such a tremendous help for him,'” Elway added. “But also Vance Joseph’s done a heck of a job on the defensive side to where all that pressure’s not being put on Bo and the offense to score all the time.” Payton and his staff have methodically expanded Nix’s repertoire and incorporated his speed into their blueprints. Elway lauded them for “what they’re doing offensively and how they’re breaking Bo into the NFL because it’s a huge jump and I think patience is something that goes a long way in the NFL when it comes down to quarterbacks.” Elway said he hopes to sit down with Nix at some point when things slow down for the rookie. Nix, whose six wins are one more than Elway had as a rookie, said he looks forward to meeting the man who won two Super Bowls during his Hall of Fame playing career and another from the front office. “He’s a legend not only here for this organization, but for the entire NFL,” Nix said, adding, “most guys, they would love to have a chat with John Elway, just pick his brain. It’s just awesome that I’m even in that situation.” Hall of Fame Orange Crush linebacker Randy Gradishar joined Elway in the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year, something Elway called “way, way overdue.” Elway suggested it’s also long past time for the Hall to honor Shanahan, who won back-to-back Super Bowls in Denver with Elway at QB and whose footprint you see every weekend in the NFL because of his expansive coaching tree. Sanders & Hunter Elway called University of Colorado stars Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders “both great athletes.” He said he really hopes Sanders gets drafted by a team that will bring him along like the Broncos have done with Nix and he sees Hunter being able to play both ways in the pros but not full time. Elway said he thinks Hunter will be primarily a corner in the NFL but with significant contributions on offense: “He’s great at both. He’s got great instincts, and that’s what you need at corner.” Hand condition Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. It’s been five years since Elway announced he was dealing with Dupuytren’s contracture, a chronic condition that typically appears after age 40 and causes one or more fingers to permanently bend toward the palm. Elway’s ring fingers on both hands were originally affected and he said now the middle finger on his right hand is starting to pull forward. So, he’ll get another injection of a drug called Xiaflex, which is the only FDA-approved non-surgical treatment, one that he’s endorsing in an awareness campaign for the chronic condition that affects 17 million Americans. The condition can make it difficult to do everyday tasks such as shaking hands or picking up a coffee mug. 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Nov 8, 2024; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Lady Tigers guard Flau'jae Johnson (4) dribbles against the Northwestern State Lady Demons during the first half at Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Stephen Lew-Imagn Images/File Photo Unrivaled, the new 3-on-3 women's basketball league launching this winter, signed LSU star guard Flau'jae Johnson to a name, image and likeness deal. Johnson is the second college player to ink an agreement with Unrivaled, following UConn's Paige Bueckers. They won't be participating in the upcoming inaugural season, but Johnson and Bueckers will have equity stakes in the league. Unrivaled dropped a video on social media Thursday showing Johnson -- who also has a burgeoning rap career -- performing a song while wearing a shirt that reads, "The Future is Unrivaled." The deal will see Johnson create additional promotional content for the league. Johnson, 21, was a freshman on the LSU team that won the 2023 national championship. Now in her junior year, Johnson is averaging career highs of 22.2 points, 6.0 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game through 10 games for the No. 5 Tigers (10-0). She ranks eighth in Division I in scoring. Johnson has career averages of 14.1 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game in 82 career appearances (80 starts) for LSU. --Field Level Media REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you. Read 3 articles and stand to win rewards Spin the wheel nowNew Tesla Shockwave: Gamers Rejoice! Future of Trading Evolveshas made a bold choice for NASA's new leader. Trump announced in a Truth Social post on Wednesday that his is Jared Isaacman — a CEO, fighter-jet pilot, and two-time SpaceX astronaut. Isaacman is not exactly a traditional pick. For one, he would be the first billionaire to lead the agency. More importantly, though, he's on the cutting edge of the new , where private companies are becoming the biggest actors in space. Some past NASA administrators were former NASA astronauts. Others were former executives from the aerospace industry. Many were politicians — including Trump's last NASA chief, Jim Bridenstine, and the . Isaacman is none of those things. He has, however, flown to space in a conducted the first-ever commercial spacewalk in a brand-new SpaceX spacesuit, and plans to fly on future missions with the company — aboard its Starship mega-rocket, no less. The nomination, which still has to be confirmed by the Senate, suggests that Trump wants to shake things up at NASA. "He certainly has the potential to be a disruptor," Leroy Chiao, a former NASA astronaut and commander who now works in consulting, told Business Insider. "I think it's a great pick. It's much better than just status quo — another retiring member of Congress." It's also another signal that Trump might make a big push to put the next humans on the moon, and even . Speeding up the road to Mars Isaacman's enthusiasm for space exploration isn't his only bona fide. He also has a businessman's mindset and a close relationship with . The two share the goal of getting humans to Mars. Chiao hopes Isaacman can speed up the process. Indeed, in a post on X accepting the nomination, Isaacman wrote that NASA would help make humanity "a true spacefaring civilization." "Americans will walk on the Moon and Mars and in doing so, we will make life better here on Earth," he added. NASA is already working on it. The Artemis program began as the last Trump administration's iteration of a multi-president effort to send humans to deep space again. Artemis aims to for the first time in over 50 years, and eventually to use the moon as a jumping-off point to send people to Mars. However, Artemis is years behind schedule and billions over budget, largely due to technical and programmatic challenges with the giant Space Launch System that NASA is building for moon missions. Many industry commentators see SLS as a waste of government funds, when NASA could instead lean on commercial heavy-lift rockets like Starship. "Frankly, we have been at the status quo of this exploration program in one form or another over the last several presidents since 2004," Chiao said, "and we're not even close to launching the first astronaut on a new vehicle." In fact, NASA just for its first crewed Artemis mission, set to fly around the moon using SLS. On Thursday the agency delayed the mission by another seven months, to April 2026, citing issues with the system's Orion spaceship. That's the slow-moving status quo that Trump might aim to shake up. To that end, efficiency may be a top priority for Isaacman. That could mean reassessing Artemis entirely or cutting back some of NASA's centers and facilities nationwide, according to Abhi Tripathi, a former NASA engineer and SpaceX mission director who now leads mission operations at the UC Berkeley Space Sciences Lab. "I definitely think SLS will be on the chopping board," Tripathi told BI. First, though, Isaacman will have to go through Congress. "He is going to ruffle a lot of feathers," Chiao said. Pushing through Congress Congress can be a formidable wall for anyone trying to revolutionize NASA. In places like Alabama and Southern California, a status quo NASA fuels the work of legacy aerospace contractors like Boeing and Northrop Grumman. "The majority of members of Congress want jobs in their district, and they look at the space program primarily through that lens," Tripathi said. Plus, he added, "the lobbying arms of all of those big contractors will be basically camped outside their congressional representative's office, asking them to thwart any big plans that would change the status quo greatly." It'll all come to a head when the Trump White House makes its budget proposal. That's when Congress will approve or deny any cuts or reprioritizations that Trump and his NASA Administrator try to make. If Trump wants to put boots on Mars fast, he'll have to convince individual Congress members to push those changes through. "I think Jared is a very smart and capable individual," Tripathi said, "but his ability to wield power will completely depend upon how much his president will back him up." Read the original article onTrump offers a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled nominee to lead the Pentagon
To some, it could appear that has left no stone unturned this year. Between the , presenting two collections at New York Fashion Week, a unique partnership with Samsung Galaxy, and attending the the designer has had a jam-packed year. His NYFW collections were met with fanfare and for good measure were well-attended by A-list celebrities. Even with all of these highlights happening in real-time, one notion rings loudly for Smith, pouring into the next generation of aspiring designers. “I had never done that before,” the designer shares in reference to young designers attending the CFDA Awards alongside him over a video call. “It was great having the scholars accompany me along with my muse, Victoria Monet, who was also dressed in LaQuan Smith. It was such an amazing event,” he adds. A few months ago at NYFW in collaboration with Samsung Galaxy, the designer debuted a “Lucid Dream” sleepwear micro-collection. As an extension of the partnership between LaQuan Smith and the tech brand, the mentees were able to attend the CFDA Awards. Notably, prior to the ceremony, the students went on a tour of Smith’s studio. They were provided an early look at the designs he created for Victoria Monet and Teyana Taylor before they debuted. During our conversation, LaQuan expressed that he realizes the necessity of mentorship especially since he had a few who he says nurtured him. “I think it’s only right that I pay it forward.” Smith also explains that since fashion is a tough industry it’s highly important when navigating the space to have someone who can guide you. “I think just having the platform and having Samsung [help] me amplify that and empower the future generation,” he said. Below we catch up with LaQuan Smith over a conversation that spans what this creative era is like for him, his partnership with Samsung, the importance of mentorship, and more. I am still building, I'm still creating. There is a constant need for inspiration. I feel like in a time right now where the world is in a very weird place, I'm just constantly trying to seek inspiration, trying to find new ways of telling stories, and sharing my experiences through my lens as an African-American designer in terms of building a luxury brand. I think that right now is the most important time to inspire. It's the most important time to create and dive into creating [while] giving people something to be hopeful for and have a sense of optimism. That's where I'm at creatively. With Samsung's help, I designed a limited edition men's and women's unisex sleepwear collection that was inspired by technology, the Galaxy Ring, the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, [and] the Galaxy Z Fold6. I got a chance to spend time with pretty much all of the products, and I believe technology and creativity go hand in hand. It allowed me to dive into the elements of "Lucid Dreams." I started taking a look at all of the ways that these products inspire me and I was ultimately inspired by the luxury idea of sleep, and that's how I came up with this concept of "Lucid Dreams," and it's a beautiful collection that I think incorporates the idea of fashion through the lens of technology. I think for me, the root of inspiration for LaQuan Smith is always just the idea of New York glamour. It's always about this idea of sensuality and creating really fun classic, yet provocative silhouettes that women can be inspired by. To wear LaQuan Smith is truly an experience and it really does stand for this idea of being unapologetically sexy. And I want to always continue to keep that core DNA consistently and make sure that I'm creating a product that's modern and progressively fashion forward. I think for me, that's always been the start of the inspiration is making a product and designing a collection that a woman or a man can feel empowered by. I've had a great year. From dressing Kamala Harris to dressing Beyoncé too, [and] going to the CFDA [Awards] with the incredible mentees, [and] working with Samsung, it's been a great year. For me, it's just been about building a supportive network, [and] being able to balance my success because it takes a lot out of you. I just also want to remember that it's about maintaining my creative motivation and always making sure that I'm doing the necessary things to find inspiration in my daily life and also through my travels, through my experiences. There's been a lot of growth. There's been a lot of failure, but at the same time, handling the industry pressure. I'm proud of being able to stand firm in a lot of the difficult situations that I have been in and being faced with some of the biggest challenges, building a brand. I'm happy to have overcome them. I'm happy that I've been able to create and implement changes to be able to build and grow, and I'm still doing that. I'm still in this phase of growing and creating, but I mean, I think that I've done such an exceptional job in terms of creating a brand in a very unconventional way, and I'm most proud [of] that. Think about leaving an impact. Think about focusing on the lasting impact of your work. I know we live in such an era where everything is so short-term and fast-paced, and everybody wants everything so tangible, but it is about how are we defining the measures of success and think about longevity. Don't think about just the short term, but think about long-range goals. Just push the agenda of staying true to who you are, know how to adapt to change, know your audience, and engage with your audience. I think that's what makes me the most authentic: vision, growth, brand building, and ultimately accomplishments. I always say to the young kids–slow and steady wins the race. it's always about celebrating the small victories, the small wins. Those things truly, truly do matter. I remember once upon a time, it was hard for me to get my manufacturing in order. At one point I was designing everything, sewing everything myself. I mean, it is about small increments. It's about small victories, and I think that those victories matter and we have to continue to celebrate ourselves and making sure that we are moving the needle forward and making sure that we're doing the right things. I think that there is such a thing [as] balancing commercial success with artistic integrity. You have to recognize the business side of fashion and understand what kind of demands that requires without overshadowing your creative vision and [for] some people, it's very tough. It's a very tough thing, but it's about focusing on projects that ultimately inspire you. I mean, why do something for a dollar, do something for coin if you're not even going to put your heart into it, if it doesn't push you, if it doesn't inspire you? I think it does go hand in hand, but with that being said, it is also about the power of no. You don't have to say yes to everything. I think it's about setting up, just understanding how you're aligned with the projects that you're presented with, zeroing in on projects, and creating this ultimate idea and the scale of your dream wish list. I have managed to maintain a very distinctive brand identity within this very competitive industry. I just continued to think about my woman. I started thinking about who my woman is and what kind of woman that I was inspired by, and then it got even deeper because beyond designing, it was like, well, where is she wearing these designs to? Where does she vacation? What does she drive? What kind of automobile does she drive? What kind of hotels does she stay in? I really started breaking these layers down to try to understand exactly who my target audience is, and it was just for me, it was very clear to me that my woman understands quality and she understands luxury and she loves her body and she has an affinity of New York City and the true authentic culture [here]. So it was very easy for me to just tap into things that really resonated and amplified all of those different moods and aesthetics. My woman loves nightlife, and so it allowed me to go into reflective textiles and things that felt more sparkly and holiday and celebratory. I just think that it's about writing down maybe five to 10 code words of what your brand resonates, [and] what your design ethos is, and then really lean into that on all aspects. Really think about your woman, not just through a collection or particular dress, but think about your woman or think about your client from a 24-hour perspective. I think that that would help build out and carve out a DNA for any designer, really understanding who exactly are you designing for. Right now [I am] continuing to push boundaries with fashion and technology. I'm looking forward to going with Samsung to the Met Gala. There's so much more to do. Continuing this partnership in terms of mentorship, and I'm sure that we're going to be able to expand on that in such a greater way.
St Mirren's Stephen Robinson admits he would have seen red during VAR drama as younger bossThe controversial Australian has played only one match in more than two years because of injury but that has not stopped him being an outspoken presence on social media during a difficult few months for the sport. First it was announced in August that Sinner had failed two doping tests in March but was cleared of fault, while in November Swiatek was handed a one-month ban for a failed test caused by contaminated medication. Feels good getting these consecutive days training in the bank man.... Wrist re construction and back out here... blessed..................Without failing any drug tests 🙂↕️🙏🏽 be proud kygs doing it the right way 😩😂 pic.twitter.com/J8l21lnTdI — Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) December 5, 2024 Kyrgios has been particularly vociferous in his criticism of Sinner, who could yet face a ban after the World Anti-Doping Agency appealed the finding of no fault or negligence in his case. At a press conference ahead of the Brisbane International, Kyrgios told reporters: “I have to be outspoken about it because I don’t think there’s enough people that are speaking about it. I think people are trying to sweep it under the rug. “I just think that it’s been handled horrifically in our sport. Two world number ones both getting done for doping is disgusting for our sport. It’s a horrible look. “The tennis integrity right now – and everyone knows it, but no one wants to speak about it – it’s awful. It’s actually awful. And it’s not OK.” Kyrgios initially underwent knee surgery in January 2023, returning to action in June of that year, but he played only one match before pulling out of Wimbledon due to a torn ligament in his right wrist. He has not played a competitive match since, and it appeared doubtful that he would be able to return, but the 29-year-old will make his comeback in Brisbane this week. Kyrgios will take on France’s Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in singles, while he will also team up with Novak Djokovic in a blockbuster doubles pairing. “It’s good to be back,” said Kyrgios. “I honestly never thought I’d be back playing at this level. Even entering an event like this, preparing, doing all the right things. A post shared by Nick Kyrgios (@k1ngkyrg1os) “I’m really excited to just go out there and play, just play tennis. I saw Novak in the gym, playing doubles with him, a lot to be excited about that I’m able to get out there and compete again.” Asked whether he could get back to the same level that saw him reach the Wimbledon final in 2022, Kyrgios said: “I still believe I can, whether or not that’s factual or not. There was another player who was like, ‘You have to be realistic’. That’s not how I am. I always back my ability.” The new tennis season is already under way, with the United Cup team event beginning on Friday. Great Britain, who are weakened by the absence of Jack Draper through injury, begin their campaign against Argentina in Sydney on Monday before facing hosts Australia on Wednesday. That could pit Katie Boulter against fiance Alex De Minaur, with the pair having announced their engagement last week. A post shared by Katie Boulter (@katiecboulter) “Obviously some incredible news from our side, but I think we kind of wanted it to die down a little bit before matches started,” said Boulter of the timing. “My private life is out in the public a little bit at the moment. But, in terms of the stuff that I’m doing on the court, I’ll be doing the best I can every single day to stay in my own little bubble.” Billy Harris has taken Draper’s place, with the British number one facing a race against time to be fit for the Australian Open because of a hip problem. Emma Raducanu is the sixth seed at the ASB Classic in Auckland and will begin her season with a match against Robin Montgomery, while Cameron Norrie takes on another American, Learner Tien, at the Hong Kong Open.