I’ve received numerous warnings to remain calm

Andrey Rublev’s Remarkable Turnaround Leads to Madrid Open Final

Russian tennis player Andrey Rublev has had a remarkable turnaround at the Madrid Open, going from a four-match losing streak to the brink of winning his second Masters 1000 title. Rublev, who had struggled with his form and on-court demeanor in recent matches, has found a new sense of composure and calmness during his unexpected run to the final.

The source of Rublev’s previous dip in form was linked to an incident in Dubai where he was controversially defaulted for yelling at a linesman. However, instead of letting the incident derail his career, Rublev used it as a learning experience to improve his mindset on the court.

In a post-match press conference, Rublev reflected on the incident in Dubai, stating, “I had many warnings in life already that show me that I need to be more calm… I had a lot of warnings already to be more calm, so I don’t know. I would like to think that it’s more that I’m improving, and not only because of the ‘warnings.’”

Rublev’s newfound composure will be crucial as he faces Felix Auger-Aliassime in the final. Auger-Aliassime, who has received three walkovers en route to the final, is a formidable opponent. However, Rublev is determined to maintain his calmness and focus on the court, regardless of the outcome.

Regardless of the final result, Rublev’s journey to the Madrid Open final is already seen as a significant achievement given his recent struggles. If he can continue to apply the lessons learned from his past experiences, Rublev is poised for more success in the future. The final match on Sunday promises to be a thrilling encounter between two talented players.