Turkish tennis player Altuğ Çelikbilek has received an outpouring of support after undergoing surgery following a brain hemorrhage. The 27-year-old retired early in his semifinal match yesterday, with the severity of his condition only becoming clear later.

Reports indicate that a previous brain hemorrhage led to the emergency operation. A post-surgery scan returned clean results, but concerns remain as his condition is critical. His recovery now hinges on how he responds in the coming hours.

Friends, family, and fans have rallied around Çelikbilek, with heartfelt messages flooding social media.

“Wake up like a lion, my son,” a supporter urged, reflecting the widespread hope for his recovery.

The tennis community continues to send prayers and strength to the athlete and his family during this difficult time.

Altug Celikbilek in 2024

Now the world no.451, the Turk played his last match on the 30^th of November when he had to retire when playing against world no.522 Yanki Erel in the semifinal and the scoreline was 1-0

At present, during this year the Turk achieved an overall 48-21 match record. Celikbilek clinched 1 title Monastir. The Turk got to the final in M15 Monastir, M15 Monastir and M25 Monastir.

Altug Celikbilek will fight against Vasil Kirkov in the quarter. Their current record is 1-0 for Celikbilek.

Celikbilek conquered 1 title in 2024 Monastir. Celikbilek was the finalist in M15 Monastir, in M15 Monastir and in M25 Monastir.