Casper Ruud, the prodigious talent from Norway, is considered as one of the best clay court players on the ATP tour. He achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 2 in the world in September 2022, and is ranked No. 7 in the world as of November 2024. Ruud has won 12 ATP titles till date, including eleven on clay. He has also finished runner-up in three Grand Slams — 2022 French Open, 2022 US Open and the 2023 French Open. He also finished runner-up at the 2022 ATP Finals defeating Andrey Rublev in the semifinals. He lost to World No. 1 Novak Djokovic in straight sets in the final.
Ruud's transition from a World No. 1 junior to a clay court powerhouse, evidenced by wins, major finals, and wins since 2020, cements his legacy. For his performance, he was awarded Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award in 2022. One of Ruud’s famous wins on hardcourt came at the 2022 Miami Masters, where he beat Alexander Zverev in the quarter finals. However, he lost to World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz in the final.
Ruud defeated Tsitsipas in straight sets at the 2024 Barcelona Open to win his maiden ATP 500 title after seven attempts. He reached the final of the 2024 Monte Carlo Masters, defeating No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the semifinals. However, Tsitsipas defeated him in the final. After making it to the 2024 Miami Open's fourth round, he made history as the only male player under 25 to win 100 games on both clay and hard courts. He made it to the final of the 2024 Los Cabos Open and 2024 Mexican Open but lost to Jordan Thompson and Alex de Minaur, respectively.
By advancing to the quarterfinals of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Ruud became the first player from Norway to achieve this goal and recorded his 250th career win against Francisco Cerúndolo in the same tournament. Ruud has qualified for the 2024 Nitto ATP Finals by acquring the final three singles position alongside Alex de Minaur and Andrey Rublev.
Casper Ruud Height
According to the ATP website, Casper Ruud is 1.83 metres or 6 feet tall. He has a stature that perfectly complements his dynamic playing style. This height affords him a balanced blend of agility and power, enabling him to dominate the court with strategic precision. Whether it's his powerful serves or big forehand, Ruud's height becomes a strategic asset, enhancing his ability to dictate points.
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Casper Ruud Weight
According to the ATP website, Casper Ruud weighs around 81 kg. This balanced weight not only contributes to his agility and speed on the court but also showcases his dedication to be in top shape.
How Old is Casper Ruud?
Born on December 22, 1998 in Oslo, Norway, Ruud is presently 25 years old as of 2024. He has already accomplished a lot at this young age and is one of the best clay court players on the tour. He was defeated by Rafael Nadal at the 2022 French Open final, and by Novak Djokovic at the 2023 French Open final.
According to the ATP website, Ruud has won over $20.4 million in prize money as of November 2024. His journey, marked by constant growth and development, reflects his dedication and passion for the sport.
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FAQs on Casper Ruud Height
A. As of November 2024, Casper Ruud is ranked No. 7 on the ATP rankings.
A. Casper Ruud is 1.85 m or 6 feet tall.
A. Casper Ruud turned pro in 2015.
A. Casper Ruud was born on December 22, 1998 in Norway.
A. Christian Ruud and Pedro Clar are Casper Ruud's coaches.
