ATP Reinstates Rublev's Dubai Tournament Points and Prize Money After Appeal

Following a contentious default for unsportsmanlike conduct, Andrey Rublev successfully appeals, retaining his semifinal earnings minus a fine.

Andrey Rublev will keep the ranking points and prize money he earned at the Dubai Championships, after being defaulted for yelling at a line judge.
The ATP's decision comes after a review of Rublev's appeal, which included testimonies and video evidence, leading to a conclusion that the standard penalties were disproportionate.
Rublev, ranked fifth in the world, faced a fine of $36,400 for the code violation, but retains his semifinal earnings and points.
The incident raised questions about the presence of line judges, as most ATP tournaments have shifted to electronic line calling.
Alexander Bublik, who advanced to the final after Rublev's default, lost the championship match to Ugo Humbert.