Rublev's frustration on court continues, even a smashed knee couldn't help him win

Russian star Andrey Rublev's struggles on the court continued at the Astana Open, where he lost to Emil Ruusuvuori despite suffering a knee injury.

Rublev, known for his emotional outbursts, was visibly frustrated throughout the match, and his frustration boiled over in the second set when he smashed his racket into his knee, causing it to bleed.

Despite the injury, Rublev continued to play, but he was unable to find his rhythm and eventually lost the match 6-1, 6-4.

Rublev's poor form continues

Rublev's loss in Astana was his third in a row, and it continued a poor run of form for the Russian.

He has now lost five of his last six matches, and he has not won a title since winning the ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament in February.

Rublev's poor form is a concern for the Russian, who is currently ranked eighth in the world, as he looks to qualify for the ATP Finals in Turin.

Frustration getting the better of Rublev

Rublev's frustration on the court is becoming a growing concern, as it is affecting his performance.

The Russian has always been an emotional player, but his outbursts are becoming more frequent and more intense.

If Rublev wants to return to his best, he needs to find a way to control his emotions on the court.

Injury adds to Rublev's woes

Rublev's knee injury is another blow to the Russian's hopes of regaining his form.

The injury will likely require some time to heal, and it could keep Rublev out of action for several weeks.

This is a significant setback for Rublev, as he will now miss the upcoming tournaments in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

What's next for Rublev?

Rublev will now have some time to rest and recover from his knee injury.

Once he is fully fit, he will need to find a way to regain his form and start winning matches again.

The Russian has the talent and the experience to be one of the best players in the world, but he needs to find a way to control his emotions and play more consistently.