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Rublev Faces Pressure Ahead of Madrid Open Defense

4/23/2025

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Andrey Rublev is set to defend his Madrid Open title in 2025 after a thrilling victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime in 2024. Ranked eighth, Rublev voiced his worries about the pressures of tennis doping regulations. As he gears up for the tournament, he may encounter tough competition, including a quarterfinal clash with Alexander Zverev, who holds the upper hand in their rivalry.

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Andrey Rublev is set to defend his Madrid Open title in 2025 after a thrilling victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime in 2024. Ranked eighth, Rublev voiced his worries about the pressures of tennis doping regulations. As he gears up for the tournament, he may encounter tough competition, including a quarterfinal clash with Alexander Zverev, who holds the upper hand in their rivalry.