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Rublev knocks out No. 1 Sinner from Montreal Masters
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The Italian was struggling with hip injury and physio couldn't help him during the game

World number one Jannik Sinner was eliminated from the Canadian Open in the quarter-finals after a tough match against Russia’s Andrey Rublev. Rublev, ranked eighth in the world, secured a 6-3, 1-6, 6-2 victory over the top-seeded Italian in a match that was interrupted by rain in Montreal.

Sinner, who has been in impressive form recently, struggled with a right hip injury throughout the match. The 22-year-old was seen frequently massaging the affected area, raising concerns about his fitness with the US Open just two weeks away.

Reflecting on the win, Rublev expressed his respect for Sinner, acknowledging his remarkable performance over the past two years. The 26-year-old Russian played two matches on the same day due to rain delays, having earlier defeated American qualifier Brandon Nakashima 6-2, 6-2 in the last 16.

He also noted that this win means a lot to him as he has been struggling with mental issues.

Rublev will now face another Italian, Matteo Arnaldi, in the semi-finals. Arnaldi advanced by defeating Japan’s Kei Nishikori 6-4, 7-5, setting up an exciting match against Rublev.