Video - Rolex Paris Masters: Bublik Skips Handshake Against Popyrin
Le 27/10/2025 à 17h02
par Jules Hypolite
Tension in the air at Nanterre? After his first-round victory over Alexei Popyrin (6-4, 6-3), Alexander Bublik chose not to shake his opponent's hand, heading straight to the chair umpire instead.
He then celebrated his win with the crowd on Court No. 1. A surprising scene, as no incident had been observed between the two players during the match.
The world No. 16 will undoubtedly be questioned about this decision when he faces the media.
Popyrin, Alexei
Bublik, Alexander
Paris
