Alexander Bublik Opens Up About Tattoos, Tennis, and the Rollercoaster Ride of Rankings
Alexander Bublik is never one to shy away from speaking his mind, and after his recent victory at the Miami Open, he had plenty to share about his career, rankings, and even his tattoos. The Kazakhstani tennis star, once ranked as high as No. 17 in the world, has seen his ranking take a sharp dive, falling to No. 80 after a tough 2024 season. However, Bublik remains unfazed, embracing the ups and downs of his career with his signature mix of honesty and humor.
Reflecting on his turbulent ranking journey, Bublik admitted that he never expected to find himself in such a position. "If you had asked me last year at the US Open if I would be No. 80 in the world, I would have laughed at you," he said. "But that’s life. Maybe I took things too easy when I was at the top, but I’m not letting it affect me."
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Bublik, known for his unconventional approach to tennis, also spoke candidly about the mental and emotional aspects of the game. He compared the sport’s unpredictable nature to a rollercoaster, saying, "You go from No. 17 to No. 80, back to No. 15—if you get caught up in it, you’ll go crazy. Next thing you know, you’re 35, bald, and can’t do anything about it."
One thing that’s certainly changed for Bublik is his view on tattoos. Once an avid tattoo enthusiast, he now believes that phase of his life is over. "I think this chapter has ended. Every tattoo I have represents a moment in my youth, between 16 and 20 years old, when I felt it was important. Now, would I do it again? I don’t know, but I have to respect the person I was back then."
Beyond rankings and tattoos, Bublik also didn’t hold back on his thoughts about player behavior. He finds it amusing how some players’ attitudes shift based on their ranking. "It always makes me laugh when someone’s friendly one moment, then they climb 30 spots and suddenly act differently," he said. "If that’s the case, then imagine—Roger Federer should be walking on water by now!"
Despite the highs and lows, Bublik remains grounded. "Tennis doesn’t define me as a human being. Whether I’m No. 17 or No. 80, I’m still the same person for my family, my friends, and myself. I dreamed of being a tennis player, and I respect the sport, but at the end of the day, I’m just a tennis player."
Bublik’s next challenge is against Tommy Paul, the very player who knocked him out of Wimbledon last year. Regardless of the outcome, one thing is certain—Bublik will continue to play on his own terms, bringing his unique perspective to the sport, win or lose.
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