Nick Kyrgios beat Aryna Sabalenka 6‑3 6‑3 on Sunday in a “Battle of the Sexes” exhibition match billed as a modern take on Billie Jean King’s famous win over Bobby Riggs over 50 years ago, but one that ignited controversy over its relevance and meaning.

Thursday in Dubai, Aryna Sabalenka faces 2022 Wimbledon men’s singles runner-up Nick Kyrgios in a match dubbed ‘The Battle of the Sexes’, and believes that it will resonate with future tennis players.