In a thrilling encounter at the ATP Montreal Masters, Alexander Bublik stunned the tennis world with an extraordinary trickshot on match point against Ben Shelton. The match, already filled with high-intensity rallies and breathtaking shots, reached its climax when Bublik, known for his flamboyant style and unpredictable play, pulled off a move that left both the audience and his opponent in awe.
As Shelton served for the match, Bublik found himself on the defensive, scrambling to return a series of powerful shots. Just when it seemed Shelton had the upper hand, Bublik executed a seemingly impossible trickshot. With a deft flick of his wrist, he trew his racket sending the ball soaring over the net with an unconventional underhanded slice, catching Shelton completely off guard. The ball landed just inside the baseline. The point was obviously not valid because a racket need to be in contact with a tennis player when tere is an impact with the ball.
Nevertheless, this moment of brilliance not only showcased Bublik’s incredible skill and creativity but also highlighted the unpredictable nature of tennis. Despite ultimately losing the match, Bublik’s trickshot became the highlight of the tournament, earning him widespread admiration and applause from fans and fellow players alike.
Alexander Bublik in 2024
Ranked no.25, Bublik played his last match on the 7th of August when he surrendered to world no.14 Ben Shelton 7-6(4) 6-2 in the 1st round in Montreal (draw).
This season Bublik has a composed 23-18 record. Alexander clinched 1 title in Montpellier. Bublik reached the final in Dubai.
Bublik has scheduled to compete next in Cincinnati (Western & Southern Open). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 12th of August.