Andrey Rublev and Felix Auger-Aliassime are known for their fierce battles on the tennis court, but their latest endeavor in Hamburg has taken them far from the baseline. The two athletes, accustomed to the rhythm of serves and volleys, recently swapped their rackets for oars as they ventured into the world of rowing.
Hamburg, a city renowned for its waterways, provided the perfect setting for this unexpected sporting crossover. The duo, both ranked among the top tennis players in the world, embraced the challenge with enthusiasm. Their competitive spirit was evident as they worked to synchronize their strokes, proving that their athletic prowess extends beyond the confines of a tennis court.
Felix Auger-Aliassime in 2025
Ranked no.27, Auger-Aliassime played his last match on the 1st of May when he capitulated to world no.167 Andrea Pellegrino 7-5 6-4 in the 2nd round of the Estoril Challenger (draw).
At the moment, during this season the Canadian has achieved an overall 17-11 win-loss record. The Canadian conquered 2 titles in 2025 in Adelaide and Montpellier. Felix was the finalist in Dubai.
Andrey Rublev in 2025
Ranked world no.17, Rublev played his last match on the 10th of May when he lost to world no.61 Fabian Marozsan 7-5 4-6 6-3 in the 2nd round in Rome (draw).
At present, during this year Andrey has achieved a 11-11 win-loss record. The Russian has won 1 title in Doha.
He is also scheduled to play at the French Open (French Open) on the 25th of May.
Felix Auger-Aliassime and Andrey Rublev squared off 7 times. Their current record is 6-1 for Rublev.