Casper Ruud made tennis history at the Madrid Open 2025 by winning his first ATP Masters 1000 title. The Norwegian tennis star defeated Jack Draper 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 in an exciting final, making him the first Norwegian player to win an ATP Masters 1000 event. This win is a huge milestone in Ruud’s career.
Ruud’s Big Win at Madrid Open 2025
Casper Ruud’s victory at the Madrid Open is his third time in an ATP 1000 final, after previous attempts in Miami 2022 and Monte-Carlo 2024. This time, the 26-year-old held his nerve and won his maiden ATP Masters 1000 title. As a result, he jumped to No. 7 in the ATP rankings, moving up eight spots. This win is his first title since Geneva in May 2024.
Rafael Nadal Sends His Congratulations
Rafael Nadal, a five-time winner at the Madrid Open, was quick to congratulate Ruud on his victory. Nadal took to his social media to praise the Norwegian for his performance. “Congratulations on your well-deserved win,” Nadal wrote, offering his support and showing the friendly spirit that exists between top tennis players.
Ruud’s Journey to the Madrid Open Title
Throughout the Madrid Open, Ruud played brilliantly, beating some of the world’s top players. He defeated World No. 4 Taylor Fritz, No. 10 Daniil Medvedev, and No. 6 Jack Draper on his way to the final. This victory at the Madrid Open is the biggest win of Ruud’s career so far. His previous best result at the tournament came in 2021, when he reached the semi-finals but lost to Matteo Berrettini.
Jack Draper’s Rise in the ATP Rankings
Although Jack Draper didn’t win the final, his performance at the Madrid Open was impressive. The 21-year-old British player will now rise to a career-high World No. 5 ranking, surpassing Novak Djokovic, who falls to World No. 6. Draper’s climb into the Top 5 places him alongside Rafael Nadal as one of the only left-handed players in the ATP Top 5 this century.
Ruud and Draper Move Up the Race to Turin
Ruud’s win at the Madrid Open 2025 also boosts his position in the Race to Turin. He is now ranked No. 5, ahead of players like Alex de Minaur, Novak Djokovic, and Jakub Mensik. Draper also made a jump, reaching the No. 2 position, moving ahead of Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev.
What’s Next for Casper Ruud?
With his first ATP Masters 1000 title in hand, Casper Ruud’s tennis future looks bright. This victory sets him up as a strong contender for future titles and places him among the best players in the world. Ruud’s career is on the rise, and his success at the 2025 Madrid Open proves that he’s ready for even bigger challenges ahead.
Ruud’s triumph at the Madrid Open 2025 will go down as a key moment in his career. With support from stars like Rafael Nadal and a solid rise in the ATP rankings, Ruud is now seen as one of the top tennis players in the world, with even more success expected in the coming years.
