Focused Kyrgios ousts Nakashima in five sets to reach Wimbledon last eight

As Nick Kyrgios continued his blazing run through the Wimbledon draw by reaching the quarter-finals for the first time since his breakout tournament in 2014, he said he arrived here with the title as his goal. And he is doing everything he can to realise it.

Despite not being able to produce his best tennis, Kyrgios was disciplined and focused during the pivotal moments as he edged out Brandon Nakashima in a tight five-setter, winning 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (2), 3-6, 6-2. It is only his third grand slam quarter-final.

After losing the opening set Kyrgios required treatment for a shoulder issue and he struggled to tap into the form that was so readily available to him in his third-round victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas.

He did not struggle with his concentration, however, and he was far more muted than two days earlier, using his experience in the important moments to guide him through.