Overview
- Speaking in Sydney on Jan. 3, the world No. 2 said she did not watch the Kyrgios–Sabalenka exhibition.
- She argued the event shared only a name with Billie Jean King’s 1973 match.
- Swiatek said women’s tennis does not need comparison with the men’s tour or a contrived contest.
- She highlighted the United Cup as a constructive way to showcase both tours together.
- The Dubai showmatch ended 6–3, 6–3 to Kyrgios, a result the participants welcomed as media debate continued.