Maria Galligani is the girlfriend of Norwegian tennis star Casper Ruud. The couple has been together since 2018, sharing a journey filled with travel, support, and personal growth.
Maria hails from Oslo, Norway, just like Casper. She pursued her education in psychology, earning her degree from Oslo Nye Høyskole in 2020. Her academic journey didn’t stop there; she went on to complete her master’s degree in psychology from the University of Southern Denmark in 2022. Maria’s dedication to her studies is evident, and she has also worked for a sports nutrition company, showcasing her interest in health and well-being.
Despite her busy academic and professional life, Maria is a constant presence at Casper’s matches, often seen cheering him on from the stands. Her support has been unwavering as Casper climbed the ranks in the tennis world, achieving significant milestones such as reaching the finals of the French Open and securing a career-high ranking.
Maria and Casper’s relationship is marked by their shared love for travel. They have explored numerous cities together, from Paris to New York, often combining Casper’s tournament schedules with their adventures. Their social media posts reflect a couple who enjoys each other’s company and the experiences they share.
In addition to her academic and professional pursuits, Maria is also involved in volunteer work. She has dedicated time to the Red Cross of Norway, visiting children’s hospitals and contributing to her community.
Maria Galligani is more than just the girlfriend of a tennis star; she is a dedicated student, a supportive partner, and an active volunteer. Her relationship with Casper Ruud is a testament to their mutual support and shared values, making them a remarkable couple both on and off the court.
Ruud at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2024
Currently the world no.8, Casper has managed to achieve a 47-14 match record in 2024. Ruud is currently competing at the U.S. Open where he managed to beat the world no.123 Bu Yunchaokete 7-6(2) 6-2 6-2, the world no.45 Gael Monfils 6-4 6-2 2-6 7-6(3) and the world no.72 Juncheng Shang 6-7(1) 3-6 6-0 6-3 6-1.
Casper Ruud will come up against the world no.12 Taylor Fritz in the 4th round on Sunday at 1:00 pm on Louis Armstrong Stadium. Their actual head to head record is 2-0 for Ruud.
Ruud conquered 2 titles in 2024 in Barcelona and Geneva. Ruud reached the final in Los Cabos (Mifel Tennis Open), in Acapulco (Abierto Mexicano Telcel) and in Monte-Carlo (Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters).
Ruud won 12 titles in his career: 1 on hard courts and 11 on clay courts. (See the list of his titles)
Ruud will compete next in Tokyo (Japan Open Tennis Championships). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 25th of September.