Casper Ruud made history on Sunday by capturing the Stockholm title, defeating Ugo Humbert with a commanding score of 6-2, 6-3. This remarkable victory makes Ruud the first Norwegian champion at this prestigious event. The second seed showcased his dominance throughout the match, closing out the final in just 68 minutes, exemplifying an impressive serving performance.
Ruud’s Dominant Performance and Future Aspirations
Throughout the match, Ruud lost only three points on serve, a testament to his exceptional control and skill. He finished with a total of 22 winners compared to 12 unforced errors, leveling his head-to-head record against Humbert to 3-3. This victory marks Ruud’s 14th tour-level trophy and his second title of the season, coming after his first Masters 1000 triumph in Madrid back in April.
With this win, Ruud now leads the ATP Tour with an impressive 11 indoor victories this year. This strong performance significantly bolsters his chances of qualifying for the year-end Finals in Turin, where he aims to make a fourth appearance. Currently, Ruud sits at 11th place in the live Race, trailing by 745 points behind Lorenzo Musetti, who holds the final qualifying position. The season finale is set to take place from November 9-16, and Ruud is determined to secure his spot.
On the other side of the court, Humbert was in pursuit of his seventh ATP title. He reached the championship match after Holger Rune had to retire due to an Achilles injury in the semifinals. Following the final, Humbert will rise to No. 24 in the live rankings, marking a significant step in his career.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Ruud as he aims for further success and strives to secure his place among the elite competitors in the ATP Tour. With his remarkable talent and determination, fans can expect exciting performances ahead.