Casper Ruud defeats Jack Draper at 2025 Madrid Open, reaches historic career milestone

Casper Ruud proved he has plenty to offer on the ATP Tour after capturing his first Masters 1000 title. The Norwegian star defeated rising British talent Jack Draper in three sets to win the 2025 Madrid Open, turning heads with a remarkable run that set him apart from the field.

Leading up to the final, Ruud faced a number of challenges. He was coming off a difficult injury, and just weeks later, he lifted the biggest trophy of his career. His path to the title wasn’t easy, he had to take down top-tier opponents including Daniil Medvedev, Taylor Fritz, and Sebastian Korda to secure his spot in the final.

In a hard-fought match, Ruud triumphed 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 to claim his first Masters 1000 crown. Entering the tournament ranked No. 14 in the world, he’s now poised for a significant boost in the ATP rankings. The final was a battle from start to finish against Draper, but Ruud held his nerve and now sets his sights on his next challenge: the 2025 Italian Open in Rome.

Fueled by the momentum of his Madrid victory, Ruud heads to Rome with confidence and high expectations. The tournament kicks off this week, and following his performance in Spain, he could emerge as a serious contender. His title in Madrid also marked a historic milestone, no other player from Norway has achieved a feat like this on the ATP Tour.

Casper Ruud from Norway.

Ruud makes history with first Masters 1000 title

Ruud etched his name in the history books by becoming the first Norwegian player to win an ATP Masters 1000 tournament, defeating Draper in the final of the Madrid Open. The victory marks a major milestone in Ruud’s career and could serve as a crucial confidence boost as he prepares for upcoming challenges on the ATP Tour.

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With this triumph, Ruud has cemented his status as a serious contender on the men’s circuit. His peers now view him as a formidable opponent in every tournament. Next up is the Rome Masters, where the newly crowned champion will aim to keep his momentum going as competitors look to deny him back-to-back titles.

Casper Ruud’s career stats

While the Madrid title is Ruud’s first at the Masters 1000 level, his résumé already includes an impressive collection of accomplishments. He has reached multiple finals on the biggest stages and consistently performed among the sport’s elite. Here’s a breakdown of his career highlights so far:

• Career titles: 13 (including his first Masters 1000 title at Madrid Open 2025)
• Career finals record: 13 wins – 12 losses
• Masters 1000 Finals: 1 win – 2 losses (Champion in Madrid 2025; Runner-up in Miami 2022 and Monte Carlo 2024)
• Grand Slam Finals: 0 wins – 3 losses (Runner-up at French Open 2022, US Open 2022, and French Open 2023)
• ATP Finals: 0 wins – 1 loss (Runner-up in 2022)