Summary
Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek commented on the recent 'Battle of the Sexes' tennis match between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka, saying it was unnecessary. She believes women's tennis is strong on its own and does not need comparisons to men's tennis. Swiatek supports the United Cup, an event that features both men's and women's matches, as a better way to bring tennis fans together.
Key Facts
- The 'Battle of the Sexes' match was between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka.
- Kyrgios won the match, which was played on a modified court.
- Iga Swiatek says women's tennis does not need events like this for recognition.
- She refers to the famous 1973 match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs as historical context.
- Swiatek prefers events like the United Cup that include both men's and women's matches.
- The United Cup features mixed matches, including both singles and doubles.
- Emma Raducanu and Billy Harris represent Great Britain in the United Cup against Japan.
