Bublik Enlists Ball Boy During Montpellier Match Loss

In a quarter-final match at the Open Occitanie in Montpellier, Alexander Bublik entertained fans despite trailing against Aleksandar Kovacevic by inviting a ball boy to serve for him. With the score at 6-3, 5-1, Bublik's unconventional act resulted in applause from the crowd, as Kovacevic humorously netted the return. Known for his whimsical style, Bublik also showcased a series of underarm serves during the match, which he ultimately lost 6-4, 6-2. Kovacevic acknowledged the fun aspect of Bublik's antics but emphasized the importance of maintaining focus during the match. This playful moment added to Bublik's reputation as one of tennis's great entertainers, despite the match not going his way. Kovacevic is set to face top seed Andrey Rublev in the semi-finals following his victory.