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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 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

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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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.

International Business Times 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 Independent UK

'It's win-win for me': Sabalenka defends Kyrgios duel

World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka has defended her much-criticised 'Battle of the Sexes' match with Nick Kyrgios, insisting it won't damage women's tennis.

AAP

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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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?

The Guardian - UK

‘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

Evening Standard

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.

AAP

Nick Kyrgios v Aryna Sabalenka: ‘Battle of the Sexes’ start time and how to watch controversial tennis exhibition

Sabalenka and Kyrgios will meet in a modern-day ‘Battle of the Sexes’ in Dubai

The Independent UK

Aryna Sabalenka excited for proposed Battle of the Sexes clash with Nick Kyrgios

Kyrgios and Sabalenka are intending to stage a repeat of the famous clash between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs.

The Independent UK

“My Mom And Dad In 1973”: 99 Striking Pics From People’s Lives In The 70s

What do the Billie Jean King vs. Bobby Riggs tennis match, Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side Of The Moon,” and the opening of the London Bridge have in common? The post “My Mom And Dad In 1973”: 99 Striking Pics From People’s Lives In The 70s first appeared on Bored Panda.

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The Difference-Makers: Sports Illustrated Reflects on International Women’s Day 2024

The annual event is a time to celebrate women's achievements and call to action efforts for gender equity and inclusion worldwide.

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The Independent UK

On 50th anniversary of Billie Jean King's 'Battle of the Sexes' win, a push to honor her in Congress

Billie Jean King’s victory in the “Battle of the Sexes” was a milestone moment as women pushed for equality on the playing field and beyond

Evening Standard

Love all: our pick of the best tennis films after Wimbledon season

From mockumentaries to rom-coms, there’s a whole host of smashing tennis films

The Hindu

From fighting for equal pay to advocating queer rights, women’s tennis has always been a step ahead of other sports

Women’s tennis is a beacon for the rest of the sporting universe when it comes to gender equality in today’s world. Read the full story by subscribing to The Hindu.

The Independent UK

Q&A: Billie Jean King on Title IX's 50th anniversary

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‘Battle of the Sexes’ Match Was Tricky to Photograph

Neil Leifer details his effort to cover the iconic event.

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