Alizé Cornet does not hold back in criticizing the Battle of the Sexes: "This diminishes and devalues Sabalenka's capabilities".
Aryna Sabalenka, world number one, speaks out about her battle with Nick Kyrgios: "I'm used to being under pressure".
Although the main focus these days is on the Battle of the Sexes, Nick Kyrgios was asked in the pre-press conference about the role of new technologies and Artificial Intelligence in tennis: "I follow the sport for the unknown, for the personalities. That's why they play, and Artificial Intelligence will never be able to create something like that. I don't even know what I think myself half the time. That's the beauty of sports."
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Following the announcement of Nick Kyrgios' participation in the Brisbane 2026 ATP, the debate has arisen regarding whether he should receive a wildcard for the 2026 Australian Open. The Australian tennis player, who will face Aryna Sabalenka today in 'The Battle of the Sexes,' has recently been criticized by Mark Philippoussis, who has analyzed the implications for the tournament if his compatriot is not physically at 100% but still receives an invitation.
"If he can play at 100% and loses, there is no issue, but if he gets a wildcard and is not in good physical condition, it's not a good look for the tournament or the player himself. I don't know what he wants to do with his career or if he wants to take it seriously. Last year and the year before, he couldn't even move. If you have a young Australian eager to improve and you give him a chance... They can wait until the last moment and see if he looks good," stated the two-time Grand Slam finalist in the Daily Mail.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, ¿Merece Kyrgios una wildcard para el Open de Australia?: "Si no está bien físicamente..."
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Nick Kyrgios admits to being nervous ahead of the highly anticipated showdown against Aryna Sabalenka in the Battle of the Sexes.
Aryna Sabalenka, world number one, talks about the Battle of the Sexes and her upcoming season: "I have learned to accept that pressure".
Just a few hours left for the highly anticipated match between Kyrgios and Sabalenka. The Battle of the Sexes 2.0, as the duel has been dubbed, will take place tomorrow, Sunday, December 28, at 5:00 pm peninsular time. A showdown that has been gaining momentum since its announcement and has been a recurring topic in recent weeks, generating statements like those of Garbiñe Muguruza, who strongly criticized the meeting.
Now, one of the protagonists, Nick Kyrgios, has reacted to several points about his opponent and has acknowledged that "Sabalenka has a lot of confidence in her game and is very aggressive when under pressure." The Australian has also mentioned that he has been watching some of Aryna's matches and has noticed how she has worked on her drop shot, so he will have to be attentive to the variety of the Belarusian. Lastly, Nick has praised Sabalenka, defining her as "one of the best competitors in tennis, both in the men's and women's circuits."
.@NickKyrgios is locked in 🔒 ahead of the Battle of the Sexes 🔥
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) December 26, 2025
Watch Dec 28 at 11am ET on the Tennis Channel App! 📲 pic.twitter.com/CRmBKxavml
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La reacción de Kyrgios a puntos de Sabalenka antes de la Batalla de los Sexos
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We review everything you need to know to watch live the great match between Sabalenka and Kyrgios, which has generated so much media attention.
Alizé Cornet does not hold back in criticizing the Battle of the Sexes: "This diminishes and devalues Sabalenka's capabilities".
Following the announcement of Nick Kyrgios' participation in the Brisbane 2026 ATP, the debate has arisen regarding whether he should receive a wildcard for the 2026 Australian Open. The Australian tennis player, who will face Aryna Sabalenka today in 'The Battle of the Sexes,' has recently been criticized by Mark Philippoussis, who has analyzed the implications for the tournament if his compatriot is not physically at 100% but still receives an invitation.
"If he can play at 100% and loses, there is no issue, but if he gets a wildcard and is not in good physical condition, it's not a good look for the tournament or the player himself. I don't know what he wants to do with his career or if he wants to take it seriously. Last year and the year before, he couldn't even move. If you have a young Australian eager to improve and you give him a chance... They can wait until the last moment and see if he looks good," stated the two-time Grand Slam finalist in the Daily Mail.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, ¿Merece Kyrgios una wildcard para el Open de Australia?: "Si no está bien físicamente..."
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Aryna Sabalenka, world number one, speaks out about her battle with Nick Kyrgios: "I'm used to being under pressure".
Nick Kyrgios admits to being nervous ahead of the highly anticipated showdown against Aryna Sabalenka in the Battle of the Sexes.
Although the main focus these days is on the Battle of the Sexes, Nick Kyrgios was asked in the pre-press conference about the role of new technologies and Artificial Intelligence in tennis: "I follow the sport for the unknown, for the personalities. That's why they play, and Artificial Intelligence will never be able to create something like that. I don't even know what I think myself half the time. That's the beauty of sports."
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Kyrgios, sobre el papel de la IA: "Nunca será capaz de crear algo así..."
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Aryna Sabalenka, world number one, talks about the Battle of the Sexes and her upcoming season: "I have learned to accept that pressure".
Just a few hours left for the highly anticipated match between Kyrgios and Sabalenka. The Battle of the Sexes 2.0, as the duel has been dubbed, will take place tomorrow, Sunday, December 28, at 5:00 pm peninsular time. A showdown that has been gaining momentum since its announcement and has been a recurring topic in recent weeks, generating statements like those of Garbiñe Muguruza, who strongly criticized the meeting.
Now, one of the protagonists, Nick Kyrgios, has reacted to several points about his opponent and has acknowledged that "Sabalenka has a lot of confidence in her game and is very aggressive when under pressure." The Australian has also mentioned that he has been watching some of Aryna's matches and has noticed how she has worked on her drop shot, so he will have to be attentive to the variety of the Belarusian. Lastly, Nick has praised Sabalenka, defining her as "one of the best competitors in tennis, both in the men's and women's circuits."
.@NickKyrgios is locked in 🔒 ahead of the Battle of the Sexes 🔥
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) December 26, 2025
Watch Dec 28 at 11am ET on the Tennis Channel App! 📲 pic.twitter.com/CRmBKxavml
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La reacción de Kyrgios a puntos de Sabalenka antes de la Batalla de los Sexos
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We review everything you need to know to watch live the great match between Sabalenka and Kyrgios, which has generated so much media attention.
The next Battle of the Sexes between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios is approaching on December 28, and fans and experts continue to share their opinions on this somewhat unexpected event. The latest to voice his opinion was Greg Rusedski, who criticized the format changes on his own podcast (there will only be one serve, and the Belarusian's court will be smaller). "For it to be a real Battle of the Sexes, it must be tennis. The court dimensions should be equal. Perhaps a set could be played, but with two serves. This seems more like an exhibition, and we don't know if Kyrgios will put up a fight and give 100%. It might be entertaining, but do we need something like this? I'm not sure. If it doesn't go well, it could be damaging."
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, "Para que sea una Batalla de los Sexos real, debe ser tenis. Esto es más bien una exhibición"
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After many months of uncertainty about the professional future of Nick Kyrgios, the Australian now knows when and where he will make his return to the professional circuit. The Wimbledon finalist will make his comeback at the upcoming ATP Brisbane 2026, which opens the door to the possibility of seeing him once again competing in a Grand Slam with his potential participation in the 2026 Australian Open.
He's BACK. @NickKyrgios ➡️ Brisbane 2026 pic.twitter.com/IQkPEv7pEO
— Brisbane International (@BrisbaneTennis) December 20, 2025
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Kyrgios confirma dónde y cuándo será su vuelta oficial al circuito
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