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The Battle of the Sexes is tennis history. Can Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios write it too?

December 28, 2025

Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1 in women's tennis, is set to face Nick Kyrgios in a modern 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition match in Dubai, aimed at inspiring the next generation of female players. The match will feature modified rules, including a smaller court for Sabalenka and a single-serve limit for both players to enhance competitiveness.

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The exhibition match is titled 'Battle of the Sexes' and features Aryna Sabalenka vs. Nick Kyrgios.
Sabalenka's side of the court will be 9% smaller than standard size.
Both players will be limited to one serve per point to prioritize accuracy.
The match is scheduled for December 28, 2025, in Dubai.
The event has sparked controversy due to Kyrgios's previous comments about not needing to try hard to win.

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The Battle of the Sexes is tennis history. Can Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios write it too?

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