Casper Ruud Tests Form in Nîmes, Secures Victory Ahead of Monte-Carlo

This Friday at 1:30 PM, Casper Ruud kicked off his campaign in the notably windy Arènes de Nîmes. The Norwegian aimed to defend the title he won last year, facing off against UTS newcomer Karen Khachanov from Russia. Despite losing the initial quarter, Ruud demonstrated his resilience, ultimately prevailing with a 3-1 victory to secure his spot in the final four in Nîmes. Reflecting on the match and atmosphere, Ruud remarked, “It’s another full arena today with beautiful conditions and weather.” This performance serves as a strong warm-up for the upcoming Monte-Carlo tournament.