Belinda Bencic has shared her critical take on the Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios Battle of the Sexes clash ahead of her appearance at the United Cup. 🎾👀When asked about the highly debated matchup, Bencic said she agrees with Polish star Iga Świątek, echoing concerns about the format and fairness of the contest.A rare exhibition that sparked big conversations across the tennis world. 💬🔥

The 2025 Battle of the Sexes event, held on December 28 at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena, delivered a one-sided result 🎾👀Nick Kyrgios defeated four-time Grand Slam champion Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3. While inspired by the iconic 1973 showdown between Bobby Riggs and Billie Jean King, this modern version came with customized rules — including Sabalenka competing on a court that was 8–9% smaller than Kyrgios’.A bold concept that sparked debate across the tennis world. 💬🔥

The clash drew widespread criticism, with many feeling that instead of promoting a meaningful social message, it ended up doing the opposite. 🎾💬Belinda Bencic also shared her view, suggesting that rather than being a socially important event, the match came across as pure entertainment.A spectacle that sparked conversation — but also plenty of debate. 👀🔥

“No, I haven’t watched, because I don’t watch stuff like that,” Swiatek said. “I think for sure it attracted, like, a lot of attention. It was an entertainment, but I wouldn’t say that had anything to do with, like, social change or any important topics. I think the name was just the same as the one from the Billie Jean King match in ’73. That’s it. There were no more similarities because I feel like women’s tennis stands on its own right now.” (via collegefootballnetwork.com)

Belinda Bencic reflects on winning the Comeback Player of the Year award

Before going on maternity leave, Belinda Bencic last competed in September 2023. 👶🎾She welcomed her daughter, Bella, in April 2024 and made her return to the court after 13 months away from competition.The Swiss star produced a remarkable comeback season — climbing from World No.421 in January to World No.11 by year’s end. 🌟📈Her outstanding resurgence earned her the WTA Comeback Player of the Year award.Reflecting on the achievement, Bencic said her journey back was about patience, belief, and trusting the process after becoming a mother. 💪❤️