Amidst the cut-throat competition of professional tennis, Andrey Rublev stands out not only for his incredible on-court skills but for his extraordinary humility and kindness off the court as well. On the occasion of Rublev’s 26th birthday, let’s find out what his peers on tour have said about him.
During this year’s Dubai trophy ceremony, Daniil Medvedev, a dear friend of Rublev, took the opportunity to speak about his friend who was also the Godfather to his child. Medvedev said, “He’s probably the kindest person on tour.” In response, Rublev joked that it was a “big lie!” He avoids self-promotion and instead focuses on helping others.
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Casper Ruud, another friend, adds his perspective, “Andrey is very fierce and intense on the court, and off the court, he is in a way like the opposite. He is a very nice, kind, calm person. He is very funny, smiles a lot. He’s an easy guy to talk to. He likes to have fun and throw some funny pranks here and there.”
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His friends and fellow players describe him as the one who insists on paying the bills at restaurants and always places others before himself. Daria Kasatkina, a fellow tennis player, shares how Andrey is an undeniably kind and caring individual. She says, “Andrey, he’s a very simple guy. He’s so open and if you approach him, he will never refuse to talk to you.”
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Dominic Thiem and Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova share their experiences of Rublev’s unwavering support during their difficult moments. His compassion and kindness extend to fans worldwide, as he makes sure to interact with each of them, leaving lasting memories of fans and players alike who have been lucky enough to interact with him.
Why Medvedev chose Andrey Rublev as his child’s Godfather
The camaraderie between Andrey Rublev and Daniil Medvedev goes beyond the boundaries of a tennis court. These two Russian tennis stars share a bond that is not only about tennis but extends into their personal lives. Their friendship has grown stronger over the years. For Daniil Medvedev and his wife, Daria, Rublev’s kindness is not about seeking admiration from others, but it’s deeply ingrained in him.
In a touching testament to their friendship, they chose Andrey Rublev to be the Godfather of their daughter, Alisa. Medvedev also shared why he chose Rublev, “I feel like when you’re a kid, most of the time you have only positive experiences, and I feel like Andrey’s trying to really grow this in them. I love this attitude, and that’s why I actually chose him to be my family.”
Andrey Rublev has become godfather to Daniil Medvedev’s baby daughter ❤️
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Andrey Rublev’s connection with children and his ability to nurture their dreams have deeply impressed Medvedev. “I feel like when you’re a kid, most of the time you have only positive experiences, and I feel like Andrey’s trying to really grow this in them,” Medvedev claims about Rublev.
For Medvedev and his wife, Rublev is more than a friend – he is family. Their decision to make him their daughter’s Godfather is a testament to their enduring bond that goes beyond the tennis court.