Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios prize money revealed for Battle of the Sexes

Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios didn't earn a penny for their Battle of the Sexes showdown on Sunday. The match took place at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, with Kyrgios securing a 6-3, 6-3 victory.

Sabalenka proved to be a tough opponent in the first set as Kyrgios was broken in two consecutive service games early on. But the Belarusian also struggled to hold serve, with Kyrgios eventually kicking on to land the first set. The Australian, who had a smaller court area to aim for than his opponent, then fought back from 3-1 down in the second set as he claimed five games in a row to see out the match.

Sabalenka and Kyrgios are both represented by the Evolve agency, who promoted the event.

And Evolve co-founder Stuart Duguid revealed during an interview with Ben Rothenberg and his Bounces newsletter that there was no prize money on offer to the players.

During the chat, Rothenberg asked: "I assume there's no prize money at stake for the winner of this? It's just a pure 'exhibition'? And Duguid replied: "Just for pride, yeah."

Duguid was then asked what Sabalenka had to gain from appearing in the match. And he added: "I think that only helps with growing her profile. And I think, for the game of tennis and for everyone involved, it gets people talking about it."

Following the match in Dubai, Sabalenka admitted she would like to have a rematch as she explained: "I felt great. I think I put up a great fight. He was struggling, he got really tired. I think it was a great level, I made a lot of great shots, moved a lot to the net, drop shots. Really enjoyed the show.

"Next time when I play him, I already know the tactics, his strengths and weaknesses, and it will be a better match for sure. I love to challenge myself and I'd love to play again."

And Kyrgios added: "Seeing someone as great as Sabalenka out here and myself, it truly is a spectacle, and a great stepping stone forward for the sport of tennis.

"Of course I was nervous. Not many people would have put their hand up to be in this position. Sabalenka was up for the challenge, and the scoreline was close. This was all the world was talking about for the last six months.

"She broke my serve numerous times, and I had to strap in. Honestly, I would love to play her again and showcase her talent and what I have left in the tank."