The “Battle of the Sexes” exhibition in Dubai concluded with a dominant performance from Nick Kyrgios, who defeated Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets. The Australian tennis star secured a 6-3, 6-3 win over the Belarusian player at the Coca-Cola Arena.
Held on December 28, the exhibition match pitted two high-profile players against each other. Kyrgios delivered a strong showing, clinching victory without dropping a set. His service game was effective, evidenced by his ability to land an ace during the match, a feat not matched by Sabalenka.
Despite Sabalenka’s reputation and multiple Grand Slam titles, she was unable to overcome Kyrgios’s consistent pressure. She fought admirably but ultimately fell short in the straight-sets contest. After the match, Sabalenka expressed her enjoyment of the event and her keenness for a future rematch. She shared, “I put on a great fight. He was struggling. He was getting tired. I was happy to see that. It was a great level [of tennis].”
Kyrgios was complimentary of Sabalenka’s performance, acknowledging her as a tough opponent. “She is a hell of a competitor,” he remarked. “I had to strap in” was his response when discussing the challenge posed by Sabalenka, who successfully broke his serve on several occasions during their exhibition clash.