Nick Kyrgios beat women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the "Battle of the Sexes" on Sunday, in a highly-publicised showdown with modified rules that divided tennis fans

Kyrgios beats Sabalenka in 'Battle of the Sexes'

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka and Australian Nick Kyrgios said they were excited about facing the unknown when they meet in Sunday's "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition match that has divided opinion in the tennis world.

Sabalenka, Kyrgios relishing 'Battle of the Sexes' challenge

American Learner Tien won the ATP Next Gen title on Sunday, defeating Belgium's world number 116 Alexander Blockx 4-3 (7/4), 4-2, 4-1 in Jeddah.

Tien rounds off breakout season with Next Gen title

Nick Kyrgios will compete at next month's Brisbane International after receiving a wildcard entry, organisers said on Sunday, as the former Wimbledon finalist works towards a potential return to the Australian Open.

Kyrgios to make tour return at Brisbane International

Stan Wawrinka will hang up his racquet at the end of 2026, the three-time Grand Slam champion announced on Friday, bringing down the curtain on a 24-year professional career that saw him gatecrash tennis's elite during the sport's golden era.

Wawrinka to retire in 2026 after 24-year pro career

Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is leaving Evolve, the sports agency she helped create in 2022, the former world No 1 announced on Friday while leaving her next destination unclear.

Osaka cuts ties with agency she co-founded

Fifty-two years after the original ‘Battle of the Sexes,’ the script has been flipped.

Battle of the Sexes II: Sabalenka v Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios believes few male players would accept the chance to face a top woman as the maverick Australian prepares to take on women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition later this month.

Ahead of Sabalenka showdown, Kyrgios says few men would face top woman

Highlights from the Women's quarterfinal match between Barbora Krejcikova and Aryna Sabalenka on Day 10 of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

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