After winning the Masters, it will be psychologically easier for Rublev to perform, Kafelnikov believes

The former first racket of the world, Yevgeny Kafelnikov, is sure that it will be psychologically easier for Andrei Rublev to perform after winning the Masters in Monte Carlo.

Rublev beat Dane Holger Rune in the final of the tournament on Sunday with a score of 5:7, 6:2, 7:5. In the third set, the Russian lost 1:4.

— Psychological confidence always helps in big tournaments. Experience is the main thing that is gained at the Masters, especially when you win. Therefore, I am sure that now it will be psychologically easier for Rublev to perform.

When I couldn’t win at the Masters, it didn’t affect me at all. After the defeat, it was necessary to move on. I hope that this is not the last title of such a level in Andrey’s career, perhaps there will be even louder victories.

Rublev always fights for big titles. I have no doubt that he will always try to win the Grand Slam tournament. Will it be possible to do it? Depends on Andrey, Kafelnikov told Metaratings.ru.

For the 25-year-old Russian, this is the 13th ATP trophy, as well as the first victory in the Masters series tournaments.