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Rublev to Play Safiullin in Beijing Second Round After Tough Win

October 2, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

Russian tennis player Andrey Rublev defeated Tallon Griekspoor of the Netherlands in the first round of the Beijing tournament with a score of 6:4, 5:7, 7:6 (8:6).

The match lasted 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Rublev served 19 aces, made 2 double faults, and converted 1 of 6 break points. His opponent recorded 19 aces, 4 double faults, and converted 1 of 5 break points.

In the next round, the 28-year-old Rublev will face his compatriot Roman Safiullin.

Andrey Rublev vs. Tallon Griekspoor: Match Statistics

Location: Beijing, China

Tournament: ATP China Open

Prize Fund: $4,089,385

Surface: Outdoor hard courts

Singles: First Round

Result: Andrey Rublev (Russia) def. Tallon Griekspoor (Netherlands) - 6:4, 5:7, 7:6 (8:6)