Tennis star player Andrey Rublev recently made bold headlines after he was spotted smashing his tennis racket during his practice session in the Indian Wells 2025. Notably, Rublev's act of hammering the racket like this clearly highlights that he might be managing the frustration and stress during his practice session in the game.
Notably, Rublev has always been known for his act on the court. The 27-year-old tennis player had smashed his racket back in Wimbledon 2024, resulting in bleeding from his knees. However, the Russian was once again seen hammering the racket during his practice session, which shows the emotional toll that might have been exerted on players like him in the game.
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How fans have reacted to Rublev smashing racket?
Meanwhile, the fans have had a mixed reaction to the video, which has widely been shared on social media. Some of the fans seem sympathetic and understand what Rublev has been going through ahead of his first-round game in the Indian Wells 2025.
On the flip side, some of the fans feel that he at least knows how to control his emotions, and players like Rublev showcasing frustration with tennis rackets does not sit well with them. Many fans were even seen lashing out at him for this act on social media.
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What next for Andrey Rublev in Indian Wells 2025?
Andrey Rublev is set to face Matteo Arnaldi in the first round of the Indian Wells 2025, slated to take place on March 9. The star player, who recently won the Qatar Open 2025, has opened up about their mental struggles after having a poor 2024 season.
“It feels great. It was a lot of tough battles. It feels great I was able to go through and somehow win them. Bad luck and an amazing week Jack and his team. I really like Jack as a person and I really like his game. He has a really really great career and future ahead. He will win many great things. Keep working man. You deserve everything," Andrey Rublev said after winning the Qatar Open 2025.
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