Overview
- Nick Kyrgios beat Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 in Dubai under handicaps that reduced Sabalenka’s court by about 9% and limited both to one serve.
- Sabalenka says she wants a do-over and proposes keeping a full court for Kyrgios but allowing herself two serves to balance the format.
- Kyrgios signaled willingness to play again by replying “IM IN” on social media, though organisers have not confirmed a sequel.
- The event drew pushback from figures including Billie Jean King and journalists, with complaints about purpose, format, and broadcast glitches on BBC and Tennis Channel.
- Swiatek, speaking in Sydney, said women’s tennis stands on its own and pointed to mixed-team events like the United Cup as a better showcase.