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AI, Salman Rushdie and Elon Musk: the most anticipated documentaries of 2026

Major new films promise to reveal more about the lives of public figures, provocative topics and historical events

The Guardian - US

Women’s tennis ‘stands on its own’ and does not need Battle of the Sexes, says Iga Swiatek

The six-time major winner said the women’s game ‘has so many great athletes and great stories’ and has no need to compete with the men’s equivalent

The Independent UK

'I need revenge': Sabalenka targets Kyrgios rematch

Aryna Sabalenka' does not want her "Battle of the Sexes" clash with Nick Kyrgios to be the last and insists exhibitions have a vital role to play in tennis.

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Aryna Sabalenka Sent Blunt Message to Critics Amid ‘Battle of the Sexes’ Controversy

The world No. 1 didn't understand why anybody was criticizing her exhibition match against Nick Kyrgios.

Sports Illustrated

This ‘Battle of the Sexes’ was completely unwatchable – we do not need it again

An unfit Nick Kyrgios defeated the women’s No 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 6-3 and the immediate calls for a rematch should worry her rivals on the WTA Tour

The Independent UK

Why the racket? Kyrgios, Sabalenka defend sexes battle

Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka have sent some verbal volleys back at critics after the Australian won their "Battle of ‍the Sexes" exhibition match.

AAP

Kyrgios defeats Sabalenka but Battle of the Sexes veers too close to circus

Nick Kyrgios won 6-3, 6-3 against Aryna Sabalenka in an intriguing Dubai contest with celebrity interruptions

The Guardian - UK

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Battle of the Sexes: Nick Kyrgios overcomes Aryna Sabalenka in controversial exhibition

Exhibition was being played for first time since 1992

Evening Standard

Battle of the Sexes LIVE: Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios result, latest updates and reaction

Exhibition took place for first time since 1992

Evening Standard

Kyrgios defeats Sabalenka in straight-sets to win controversial ‘Battle of the Sexes’ tennis exhibition - reaction

Kyrgios, the former Wimbledon finalist, won 6-3 6-3 to defeat the women’s No 1 and four-time grand slam champion Sabalenka

The Independent UK

Battle of the Sexes is the sequel no one wanted. Why is the BBC indulging such an ugly spectacle?

Comment: This week’s ‘Battle of the Sexes’ is a far cry from Billie Jean King’s trailblazing match 50 years ago – an unwanted sequel that’s a giant leap backwards for the sport

The Independent UK

Nick Kyrgios v Aryna Sabalenka rules: ‘Battle of the Sexes’ to use modified court and serve limit

Sabalenka will defend a smaller side of the court and both players will be limited to one serve each during the ‘Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition

The Independent UK

Nick Kyrgios confirmed for ATP Tour return after Battle of the Sexes exhibition

The 30-year-old Australian has not played on the ATP Tour in 10 months but will return in January

The Independent UK

Tennis is set for a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ sequel – with no movement behind it

In an event billed as tennis’s latest “Battle of the Sexes,” Aryna Sabalenka, the No. 1-ranked women’s tennis player in the world, will take on Nick Kyrgios, who’s currently ranked No. 673 on the men’s tour, on Dec. 28, 2025, in Dubai.

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The Independent UK

Ex-British tennis star brands ‘Battle of the Sexes’ clash a ‘gimmick’

Aryna Sabalenka will face Nick Kyrgios in an exhibition match later this month

International Business Times UK

Nick Kyrgios Explodes Amid Backlash Over 'Battle of the Sexes' Match With Aryna Sabalenka

Nick Kyrgios fires back at critics of his Battle of the Sexes match with Aryna Sabalenka as coaches and legends question its impact.

The Independent UK

Billie Jean King says latest ‘Battle of the Sexes’ is ‘just not the same’ as famous 1973 win

King defeated Bobby Riggs in a politically-charged contest over 50 years ago and spoke about the latest exhibition between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios

The Guardian - UK

Battle of the Sexes review – tennis’s most famous match becomes kitschy, pacey opera

Tenor Nicky Spence was the comic ringleader in this all-singing all-dancing Hollywood-ready work that was anything but subtle

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The PWHL Has Found a Winning Formula for Women’s Hockey

Despite multiple failed leagues before it, the PWHL has quickly established there is an appetite for the sport. And heading into Year 3, it shows no signs of slowing down.

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: champions, challengers, scorers, Ashes and Traitors

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, baseball, cricket, hockey, boxing, tennis and baseball?

Evening Standard

‘Battle of the Sexes’ rules: Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios format explained

Top-ranked Belarusian takes on former men’s Grand Slam finalist in controversial clash

Sports Illustrated

Aryna Sabalenka, Nick Kyrgios Set for a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ Match

The world No. 1 will face the Australian who hasn’t played since March.

AAP

Kyrgios to play female No.1 in Battle of the Sexes show

Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka are to star in the latest man-v-woman tennis match, Kyrgios following several notable Australians in doing so.

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Emma Stone thinks her Poor Things and Kinds of Kindness co-star Willem Dafoe is an alien.

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Mexico’s Diana Flores Is the Face of Flag Football You Need to Know

With the sport set to make its Olympic debut in Los Angeles in 2028, the quarterback and captain of the Mexican women’s national team is already channeling an icon and changing the game.

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