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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

Nick Kyrgios handed warning over tennis future after Battle of the Sexes ‘gimmick’

The Australian prevailed in the Dubai exhibition, but could not escape criticism, with former US Open finalist Greg Rusedski unimpressed by the spectacle ahead of a planned ATP Tour comeback

The Independent UK

Kyrgios and Sabalenka address negative comments surrounding ‘Battle of the Sexes’ match

Nick Kyrgios defeated Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s No. 1 women’s tennis player, in a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ tennis exhibition in Dubai on Sunday.

The Independent UK

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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

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

Exhibition was being played for first time since 1992

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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

Emma Raducanu shares doubt over Kyrgios v Sabalenka in controversial Battle of the Sexes

The exhibition in Dubai has got the tennis world talking ahead of next month’s Australian Open, with Raducanu sharing her insight on how Sabalenka will cope with Kyrgios’s power after practicing with Carlos Alcaraz

The Independent UK

What time is Battle of the Sexes? How to watch Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios for FREE

World No1 faces 2022 Wimbledon finalist in tennis exhibition match in Dubai

Evening Standard

New Battle of the Sexes is cynical bid for attention and own goal for Sabalenka

World No 1’s clash with Nick Kyrgios is on track to being one of the most inane tennis events ever conceived

The Guardian - 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

'It's tough': the Australian Open's Kyrgios conundrum

Mark Philippoussis says Australian Open organisers face a tough call on whether to grant a drawcard a wildcard in the form of the polarising Nick Kyrgios.

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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 Conversation

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.

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

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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.

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

AAP

'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

Nick Kyrgios commits to million-dollar Las Vegas event

Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has added Las Vegas to his global exhibition schedule.

AAP

'Incredible': Kyrgios hails tennis Demon's divine year

Nick Kyrgios is in awe of a tennis countryman who is set to claim a fourth Newcombe Medal on Monday night.

The Guardian - UK

BBC showing tennis’s new Battle of the Sexes will just offer up opportunity to belittle women’s sport

The match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios opens up a direct channel between the BBC of old and a world of toxic internet hatred

AAP

'One massive week': Kyrgios reveals final career goal

Nick Kyrgios has been all but guaranteed a wildcard into next month's Australian Open if his body can survive three exhibition matches in the US and Dubai.

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