Monte Carlo opener: Andrey Rublev’s painkiller comment after MTO incident leaves concerns

Andrey Rublev battled through a shoulder injury to defeat Nuno Borges in the Monte-Carlo Masters first round. He revealed taking a “horse dose” of painkillers and nearly quitting mid-match. Despite the win, his fitness remains uncertain ahead of the next round, raising concerns about how far he can go in the tournament.

By GLOBAL SPORTS DESK