Andrey Rublev advanced to the final of the National Bank Open in Montreal after defeating Matteo Arnaldi 6-4, 6-2, despite a rain delay that interrupted play. Rublev, the fifth seed and a former Masters champion, will face Australian Alexei Popyrin, who defeated Sebastian Korda in the other semifinal. Both players have shown impressive form, with Rublev having recently won the Madrid Masters and Popyrin coming off five consecutive victories. Rublev expressed confidence in his game following his performance against Arnaldi, highlighting his improved focus post-rain delay. Popyrin, currently ranked 62nd, is looking to make a statement in his first Masters final. Rublev is the favorite to win, aiming for his third career title at the Masters 1000 level.