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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 23 MIN

Off the Clock: The 9% Question

from The Sports Engineering Podcast · host The Sports Engineering Podcast

In this Off the Clock episode, we dive into the controversial return of the Battle of the Sexes and unpack the 2025 showdown. We delve into the debate about rule ammendments including the 9% court size reduction, single-serve rules and the tie-break finale format, we explore the science, strategy, and psychology behind the amendments and ask the bigger question: is fairness in sport about equal rules, equal opportunity, or an equal chance of winning?

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In this Off the Clock episode, we dive into the controversial return of the Battle of the Sexes and unpack the 2025 showdown. We delve into the debate about rule ammendments including the 9% court size reduction, single-serve rules and the tie-break...

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