Fan taking legal action against Nick Kyrgios after he said they'd had '700 drinks'

Nick Kyrgios is set to face legal action from his Wimbledon final earlier this year, after asking for a woman to be removed from Centre Court for being 'drunk out of her mind.'

Things didn't get any less controversial and entertaining against Novak Djokovic in the final, with the 27-year-old unhappy with some of the crowd.

Anna Palus has now threatened legal action the tennis star, claiming his comments were 'reckless and entirely baseless.'

"Not only did this cause considerable harm on the day, resulting in my temporary removal from the arena, but Mr Kyrgios' false allegation was broadcast to and read by millions around the world, causing me and my family very substantial damage and distress," Palus said via a statement from her solicitors.

"I am not litigious, but after much consideration I have concluded that I have no alternative but to instruct my solicitors to bring defamation proceedings against Mr Kyrgios in order to clear my name.

"The need to obtain vindication and to prevent repetition of the allegation are the only reasons for taking legal action. Any damages recovered will be donated to charity.

"I hope that Mr Kyrgios will reflect on the harm he has caused me and my family and offer a prompt resolution to this matter. However, if he is unwilling to do this, I am committed to obtaining vindication in the High Court."

The world number 26 is currently getting ready for the final slam of the year, with the US Open just around the corner, but his preparation has been far from ideal.

He was hoping to have the case postponed until later in the year but will instead face the court in October.