Defending champion Andrey Rublev expressed his joy to be back at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters 2024, focusing on the present rather than past successes. Rublev reflected on his struggles during the US tour, attributing them to an excessive focus on controlling emotions and managing nerves.
The ongoing debate about the single-handed backhand in tennis was discussed, with Rublev acknowledging its unique advantages and disadvantages compared to the two-handed backhand. He concluded by speculating about the potential return of one-handed players to the top 10 rankings, expressing uncertainty about who would have the best one-handed game. Rublev ended the press conference by thanking the interviewer.
Andrey Rublev in 2024
Currently the world no.6, Rublev played his last match on the 22nd of March when he capitulated to world no.43 Tomas Machac 6-4 6-4 in the 2nd round in Miami (draw).
This season the Russian has an overall 15-6 win-loss record. The Russian conquered 1 title in Hong Kong.
Rublev will compete next in Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters (Monte–Carlo). He will start from the main draw that will commence on the 7th of April.
