Nick Kyrgios and Roger Federer's hilarious Cinicinnati back and forth

Aussie tennis star Nick Kyrgios has had a hilarious back and forth with Roger Federer on social media.

Kyrgios and the Swiss maestro were both practicing ahead of the Cincinnati Open, but Kyrgios was less than impressed With Federer stealing his thunder and took to his Instagram account.

“When no one wants to keep watching you play when the 👑 arrives. Cheers @rogerfederer,” Kyrgios wrote.

The 20-time grand slam champion hit Kyrgios back with a hilarious comment on the post.

“Looking much more relaxed than yesterday pal,” Federer wrote.

Ahead of his much-awaited return to the hard courts, the seven-time Cincinnati champion admitted that he was slightly anxious.

“I feel I am really ready to go. Anxious actually,” Federer told reporters.

“Cincy has been a great tournament for me in the past. It’s great to be back and hopefully I can play a good tournament.”