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Aryna Sabalenka Shrugs Off Backlash Before Nick Kyrgios Dubai Clash

Sabalenka faces Kyrgios on Dec. 28, 2025, at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena in a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition. Critics warned it could “damage women’s tennis,” but she told Gulf News, “I enjoy challenges that push the sport in new directions.” She added, “This match is competitive, fun,” and said she’ll step on court trying to beat him.