Kyrgios: "I know I will get very nervous when facing Sabalenka"

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Maximum anticipation. That's what is felt in the tennis world regarding the Battle of the Sexes that will take place in Dubai on December 28, where Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios will face off in a match full of incentives and mysteries to be solved. In a prior conversation with Piers Morgan, the Australian showed a much more cautious and respectful attitude towards the Belarusian than months ago.

Gone are the cocky remarks made by Nick Kyrgios months ago in a chat with Bublik. The Australian is becoming aware of the danger confronting his interests by facing Aryna Sabalenka at this time, with the Belarusian at the peak of her career and him far from his best form. In an interview with Piers Morgan where both participated, Kyrgios' reflections on what he expects from the match do not leave anyone indifferent and show a clear change in attitude.

Kyrgios believes Sabalenka has a better serve than several top-100 players

"I am well aware that she is a very dangerous player for many men in the top 100, and I will need to give it my all to win. I have been going through tough moments in my career, and I have no doubts that Aryna is capable of beating me. It's going to be a great show, and I am certain that it will generate much more interest than many regular season matches on the ATP circuit. It is an honor for me to share the court with her, and I am sure I will get very nervous because facing Sabalenka is a great challenge but also a huge motivation," stated the Australian.

One of the most distinctive aspects of the match is that the side of the court where Sabalenka will play will be 9% smaller, and Nick Kyrgios will only have one serve, something the Australian considers a clear disadvantage for him. "Aryna has a first serve that is better than some men on the circuit, so it's going to be tough for me," declared the Australian tennis player, who has been defeated in his two exhibition matches this week. He feels the pressure as the favorite but denies considering it humiliating to be beaten by Aryna Sabalenka, whom he holds in high esteem. The Battle of the Sexes promises intense emotions.

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