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Watch: Andrey Rublev has another concerning outburst
Andrey Rublev. Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports

Watch: Andrey Rublev has yet another concerning blowup during Wimbledon upset loss

World No. 6 Andrey Rublev joined Marketa Vondrousova as shocking losers from Wimbledon singles play on Tuesday, falling to 122nd-ranked Francisco Comesana.

What had many fans talking during and after the match, however, was yet another concerning temper tantrum from Rublev during the pivotal third set.

The Russian 26-year-old addressed the incident following the defeat.

“I wouldn’t do it if I was able to hit the racquet on the floor," Rublev said. "Because we’re not allowed to hit it on the grass.. so I don’t know.. at that moment I couldn’t take it anymore. I needed to let emotions out. But thanks. Everything is fine..”

Though Rublev tried to assure fans that "everything is fine," he's had a lengthy history of these kinds of outbursts, especially in 2024.

He was disqualified from his Dubai Championships semifinal match against Alexander Bublik in the third and final set on March 1 after berating a line judge. Rublev's actions came after what he perceived to be a bad call in Bublik's favor.

Then in late May, he produced an epic tirade during a match at the French Open against Matteo Arnaldi.

Rublev became frustrated with both himself and officials and repeatedly smashed his racket on his own knee, similar to Tuesday's occurrence.

The 2024 Australian Open quarterfinalist did have a moment in 2022 showcasing his softer side, when he wrapped his semifinals win at the Dubai Championships by writing "No War Please" on the camera. This came days after Russian troops began their attack on Ukraine, beginning a war that is still going on over two years later.

Victor Barbosa

Victor Barbosa is a passionate follower of MLB, the NBA and NFL, with a deep interest in Boston-area teams. He graduated from Springfield College -- The Birthplace of Basketball --  in 2013 with a degree in Communications-Sports Journalism. Previous bylines include FanSided, Heavy and Syracuse

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