TENNIS star Alexander Bublik has been branded “disgraceful” by fans after smashing THREE rackets in 30 seconds.
The 25-year-old lost his cool completely in a first round defeat to Gregoire Barrere at the Open Sud de France in Montpellier.
Alexander Bublik destroyed three rackets in the space of 30 seconds
He lost his cool during a deciding set tiebreak against Gregoire Barrere
After destroying the first stick, Bublik went over to his bench and smashed a second racket
Bublik’s fit of rage ended after he smashed his third racket
Bublik went into the match as the defending champion but flipped out in the third set tiebreak before crashing out.
He lost six straight points in the tiebreak, including three double faults, causing him to destroy his racket by whacking it on the ground.
Watching the action unfold, the commentator noted: “The good news is he’s got plenty of other rackets.”
However, Bublik proceeded to walk over to his bench and grab another racket, which he also destroyed by smashing on the ground.
If that wasn’t enough for him, he then picked up a THIRD stick and again demolished it by beating it into the surface.
Bublik, who has somewhat of a reputation for his flamboyant but often brainless style on the court, finally stopped and was given a warning for racquet abuse.
He was met by a chorus of boos from the crowd during his incredible meltdown.
Fans on social media also hit out at the world No50, with one blasting him: “Disgraceful.”
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Another slammed: “Disgusting.”
And a third added: “Pathetic.”
After losing the first set 4-6, Bublik won a thrilling second set 7-6 (14-12), saving three match points in an incredible tiebreaker to level the game.
But losing six straight points in the deciding set tiebreaker was enough for him to lose his cool completely.
Despite Bublik bouncing back from his meltdown with three straight points, Frenchman Barrere eventually prevailed 6-4, 6-7 (12-14), 7-6 (7-3).
Bublik finished the match with 19 aces and an astonishing 14 double faults.
