Kyrgios and Sabalenka want to recreate a new "Battle of the Sexes" 50 years later
In an interview with Talksport, Kyrgios revealed that he wants to organize a match against world number one Sabalenka, which would take place at the end of the year. The Australian confirmed that he is in talks with the Belarusian to arrange a tailored match with special rules.
"I'm really nervous because she's at the peak of her career right now, but I'm confident—I think I could beat her," he joked.
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For context, this initiative recalls the famous 1973 match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs. At the time, that showdown was a massive hit, drawing over 90 million viewers.
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