The Australian Open 2025 is off to an exciting start, with defending champions Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka leading the seed list. However, one of the most heartwarming stories to emerge from the tournament involves Norwegian tennis star Casper Ruud.
Casper Ruud, currently ranked No. 6 in the world, recently shared that proposing to his girlfriend Maria Galligani was a bigger moment than playing in any Grand Slam final. Ruud, who has reached three Grand Slam finals, admitted that he was more nervous proposing to Maria than facing tennis legends like Rafael Nadal.
Ruud’s engagement announcement coincided with his progression in the Australian Open, where he defeated Jaume Munar in a thrilling five-set match. During an on-court interview, Ruud revealed, “The pulse got up there when you’re about to go down on your knees.” He added, “It was a beautiful moment. I think it was a bigger moment.”
The tennis star’s recent engagement adds a joyful chapter to his thriving sports career. Ruud and Galligani, who have been together since 2018, shared their engagement news on Instagram, with Ruud captioning the post, “Can’t wait to marry you.”
Ruud’s heartfelt proposal has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, and his story serves as a reminder that there are moments off the court that are just as significant as those on it. As Ruud continues his campaign at the Australian Open, he does so with a new chapter in his personal life, making his journey even more special.
The Australian Open 2025 promises to be an exciting tournament, with top players like Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Aryna Sabalenka vying for the prestigious title. But for Casper Ruud, the biggest victory has already been achieved off the court.
Casper Ruud in 2025
At the moment ranked no.6, the Norwegian played his last match on the 12th of January when he overcame world no.61 Jaume Antoni Munar Clar 6-3 1-6 7-5 2-6 6-1 in the 1st round of the Australian Open (draw).
This season the Norwegian owns a 3-0 match record.
