Casper Ruud claimed his first Masters 1000 title at the Madrid Open, defeating Jack Draper in a thrilling final. After securing a hard-fought 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 victory, Ruud took a moment to acknowledge Draper’s talent and determination.
In his post-match speech, Ruud expressed admiration for Draper’s rapid rise in the tennis world. He highlighted the young Brit’s ability to compete on all surfaces and described him as a formidable opponent. Ruud’s words reflected the respect between the two players, emphasizing Draper’s potential to become a dominant force in the sport.
This is what he said:
“Jack, thank you for your nice words. What a player you are already at a young age. A player you’ve become on all surfaces. You’re a threat to everyone now. Doesn’t matter where. Doesn’t matter when. I think the sky is the limit for you. So unbelievable effort these couple weeks.. your team as well. Keep going. It’s an honor to watch you play. Luckily it was my day today.”
Draper, despite the loss, showed resilience and sportsmanship, vowing to learn from the experience and continue improving. His performance throughout the tournament demonstrated his ability to challenge top-ranked players, solidifying his status as one of the most promising talents on the ATP Tour.
Ruud’s victory in Madrid marks a significant milestone in his career, while Draper’s impressive run signals a bright future ahead. As the clay season progresses, both players will look to build on their performances and prepare for the next challenges on the tour.
Casper Ruud in 2025
Now the world no.7, Ruud played his last match on the 4th of May when he beat world no.5 Jack Draper 7-5 3-6 6-4 in the final in Madrid to win his 13th career title.
Currently, during this year Ruud achieved a 21-6 win-loss record. This year, the Norwegian won 1 title in Madrid. The Norwegian got to the final in Dallas.
Jack Draper in 2025
Currently the world no.5 (career-high), Jack played his last contest on the 4th of May when he lost to world no.7 Casper Ruud 7-5 3-6 6-4 in the final in Madrid (draw).
Presently, during this year the Brit has a composed 19-5 match record. This year, the Brit conquered 1 tournament in Indian Wells. The Brit was the runner-up in Doha and Madrid.
Casper Ruud and Jack Draper squared off just on 1 occasion. Their current record is 1-0 for Ruud.