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Andrey Rublev opened his campaign at the Western & Southern Open with a solid 7-6, 6-1 victory over Pablo Carreno Busta in the round of 64. The Russian, competing in the heat and humidity that marked the early stages of the ATP Masters 1000 event, closed out the match in straight sets.
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Watch: Rublev dunks himself into ice cooler to escape sweltering conditions in Cincinnati
What took everyone’s attention is how he managed himself in such hot conditions to escape the heat. The viral video highlighted the demanding conditions, with Rublev seen recovering by dunking his head into an ice cooler courtside after the win.
Meanwhile, Rublev will next face Nuno Borges in the round of 32 as he looks to build momentum on the North American hard-court swing leading into the US Open. The efficient victory allows Rublev to conserve energy in a tournament known for its challenging summer weather.
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