Norwegian tennis star Casper Ruud has captured his maiden ATP Masters 1000 title in Madrid, overcoming Britain's Jack Draper in a thrilling three-set final that showcased his clay court prowess.
Ruud, who entered the tournament ranked 15th in the world, defeated sixth-ranked Draper 7:5, 3:6, 6:4 in a contest that saw momentum shifts throughout. The victory marks a significant breakthrough for the 25-year-old Norwegian, who had previously reached two Masters finals but fell short on both occasions.
The championship run in Madrid included impressive victories over multiple top-10 opponents. En route to the title, Ruud dispatched American Taylor Fritz and Russian Daniil Medvedev before conquering Draper in the final.
According to Statbet analysis, Ruud's performance on clay continues to establish him as one of the surface's premier specialists, with his tactical approach proving effective against the tour's elite players.
This triumph, Ruud's 13th career title overall, has catapulted him up the ATP rankings, jumping eight spots from 15th to 7th in the world. The Norwegian's breakthrough at the prestigious Madrid event signals his arrival as a consistent threat at tennis's highest level tournaments.
The Madrid Open clay court event continues to be a significant stop on the ATP Tour calendar, providing important preparation for players ahead of the French Open.
