After his defeat to Jannik Sinner in the Rome final, Casper Ruud chose to highlight the strength of Italian tennis. “I wanted to say to the Italian tennis federation you are doing an incredible job. With what Jannik is doing and also after Jannik, you have 6, 7, 8 unbelievable players who are taking tennis by storm,” Ruud said, recognizing the depth of talent emerging from Italy.
A touch of humor
Ruud also added a lighthearted remark about the sporting rivalry between Italy and Norway. “I know that in football it’s a different story at the moment. Sorry. When you’re losing to Norway we have to be able to make a bit of jokes,” he commented, showing his ability to mix respect with humor even in defeat.
The Norwegian’s words reflected both admiration for Italian tennis and his own balanced perspective, acknowledging the progress of his rival while keeping the atmosphere positive and engaging.
Jannik Sinner in 2026
Currently the world no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 17th of May when he overcame world no.25 Casper Ruud 6-4 6-4 in the final in Rome to win his 30th career title.
Currently, during this season Sinner has managed to achieve a composed 36-2 win-loss record. Sinner conquered 5 titles in 2026 in Indian Wells, Miami, Monte-Carlo, Madrid and Rome.
ATP Geneva - Casper Ruud's projected path
Casper Ruud in 2026
Currently ranked no.25, the Norwegian played his last match on the 17th of May when he capitulated to world no.1 Jannik Sinner 6-4 6-4 in the final in Rome (draw).
This season the Norwegian owns a compiled 17-10 record. Casper Ruud’s latest run in Rome was the best achievement of his season.
Jannik Sinner and Casper Ruud squared off 5 times. The head to head is 5-0 for Sinner.
