Battle of the Sexes: Social media explodes after Kyrgios beats Sabalenka in Dubai exhibition
Dubai's 2025 "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition, featuring Nick Kyrgios defeating Aryna Sabalenka, sparked widespread social media outrage. Critics slammed the modified rules and the event's perceived mockery of equality and women's tennis. Many felt it cheapened the legacy of the original match, calling it a regressive publicity stunt rather than entertainment.
Dubai's 2025 "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition, featuring Nick Kyrgios defeating Aryna Sabalenka, sparked widespread social media outrage. Critics slammed the modified rules and the event's perceived mockery of equality and women's tennis. Many felt it cheapened the legacy of the original match, calling it a regressive publicity stunt rather than entertainment.
