Summary
Aryna Sabalenka lost to Nick Kyrgios in a non-serious tennis match played in Dubai. Kyrgios defeated Sabalenka in straight sets with scores of 6-3, 6-3 in a relaxed, off-season exhibition match meant for entertainment.
Key Facts
- Aryna Sabalenka is the women's world number one in tennis.
- Nick Kyrgios won the match against Sabalenka with scores of 6-3, 6-3.
- The match was an exhibition game, not part of the regular tennis season.
- Kyrgios is ranked 671st due to injuries over recent seasons.
- Both players promoted the match heavily, comparing it to a boxing event.
- Kyrgios used the match to improve his fitness for a potential return to competitive tennis.
- The players are friends and showed friendly behavior during the match.