On Sunday, Casper Ruud etched his name in tennis history as he outlasted Jack Draper in a gripping three-set final to win the 2025 Madrid Open — his first ATP Masters 1000 title.
In a contest packed with power and poise, Ruud persevered to triumph 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 at the Caja Mágica, becoming the first Norwegian to lift a Masters 1000 trophy.
The match was a seesaw battle, with Draper striking early and using his trademark forehand to take control. But a crucial break back at 3-5 shifted the momentum, and Ruud seized the first set after reeling off four straight games.
Draper bounced back impressively, dominating the second set to level the match, but Ruud’s consistency from the baseline proved too much in the decider.
“This means everything,” Ruud said post-match. “I’ve waited a long time for this kind of moment.”
For Casper Ruud, the win was more than just a title – it was a breakthrough. After falling short in two previous Masters 1000 finals, the Norwegian finally got over the line, adding a 13th trophy to his growing collection. It also signals a timely return to form, especially after briefly slipping out of the world’s top 10.
With Roland Garros just around the corner, Ruud’s confidence on clay will be a serious asset. Few players grind out wins on the red dirt like he does.