Swiatek Slams Sabalenka's 'Battle of the Sexes' Match: "Women's Tennis Stands Alone"

• Iga Swiatek criticized the recent "Battle of the Sexes" match between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka.
• Swiatek believes women's tennis is strong enough to thrive independently and doesn't need gender-based comparisons.
• She dismissed the Dubai exhibition as mere entertainment and a publicity stunt, not contributing to social change.
• Sabalenka participated to help grow the sport, but Swiatek prefers mixed team events like the United Cup.
• Swiatek argues mixed events like United Cup are better for showcasing tennis and bringing WTA/ATP fans together.

Why It Matters: Swiatek asserts women's tennis is self-sufficient, criticizing gender-based exhibition matches.