Aryna Sabalenka almost instantly called for a rematch after losing to Nick Kyrgios in the Battle of the Sexes.
Kyrgios defeated Sabalenka in straight sets in a match that was widely criticised by fans and pundits before and after the clash.
Sabalenka staunchly defended her decision to play the match and even suggested she would be up for another chance to beat Kyrgios.
The world number one has now suggested another rule change she would like if she faced the Australian again.
Aryna Sabalenka wants a ‘different format’ for rematch with Nick Kyrgios
Sabalenka played on a smaller side of the court in the Battle of the Sexes, while both players were only allowed one serve.
The world number one appeared to struggle with the one-serve format, and that is something she would like to change for the re-match.
Speaking ahead of the Brisbane International, Sabalenka said: “For the next match, we’ll come up with a different format.
“I think I would keep the full court for Nick, but I would take two serves. I think that would even our level a bit more.”
Many pundits suggested that Sabalenka was limited due to the new rules in place, which were designed to even the playing field.
Nick Kyrgios responds to Aryna Sabalenka’s rematch claims
Kyrgios has already responded to Sabalenka’s new rule suggestions, while taking a subtle dig at tennis journalist Ben Rothenberg.
The pair have an unsettled relationship, with the Australian star often criticising the journalist for his work in tennis.
Rothenberg slammed the idea of a rematch following Sabalenka’s new suggestion, which prompted a response from Kyrgios.
In all caps, Kyrgios simply wrote on “I’M IN” on X about the idea of another high-profile clash with Sabalenka.
It looks like another Battle of the Sexes match between Kyrgios and Sabalenka is imminent, whether fans want it or not.
