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Nick Kyrgios vs Aryna Sabalenka: ‘Battle of the Sexes’ clash confirmed

Nick Kyrgios will face Aryna Sabalenka in an exhibition match later this year
Nick Kyrgios will face Aryna Sabalenka in an exhibition match later this year (AP)
  • Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios are confirmed to play in a modern-day 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition tennis match.
  • The highly anticipated event will be held on Sunday, 28 December, at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.
  • Kyrgios, who has been recovering from injury, previously stated he could beat Sabalenka, the women's World No 1, without needing to try 100 per cent.
  • Sabalenka responded by vowing to “kick his ass” and expressed pride in representing women's tennis in the contest.
  • The match draws parallels to the iconic 1973 'Battle of the Sexes' where Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs.
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