Kyrgios and Sabalenka hit back at critics of 'Battle of the Sexes' showdown
Abdelhadi Ramahi and Mussab Al-Khairalla, Reuters
5 January 2026 at 14:58:19
Nick Kyrgios beat Aryna Sabalenka 6‑3 6‑3 on Sunday (December 28) in a "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition match billed as a modern take on Billie Jean King's famous win over Bobby Riggs over 50 years ago, but one that ignited controversy over its relevance and meaning.
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