In an epic showdown at the Madrid Open, Norway's Casper Ruud brought his A-plus game to secure his first Masters 1000 title with a thrilling 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 victory over Britain's Jack Draper! 🎾💥
Despite battling a rib injury in the semis, Ruud never backed down. After an astonishing comeback from 5-3 down, he broke Draper's serve twice in the opening set, proving that resilience can turn the tide—just like troubleshooting a tough glitch in your favorite app!
The 26-year-old, already a familiar face from three Grand Slam final appearances, showcased his clay-court mettle by dispatching top opponents including Taylor Fritz, Daniil Medvedev, and Francisco Cerundolo. His heartfelt words, "It's been a long time coming. I have been dreaming about this since I was young…", struck a chord with every dreamer out there.
Meanwhile, Britain's Jack Draper put up an admirable fight, and his leap to a career-high world ranking of number five signals he's a rising force to watch. This match not only thrilled tennis fans but also reminded us that every setback is just the start of an even greater comeback! 🚀
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Ruud beats Draper to win Madrid Open and take first Masters 1000 crown
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