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Casper Ruud Criticizes Cannabis Odor at US Open in New York
sports6 months ago

Casper Ruud Criticizes Cannabis Odor at US Open in New York

Casper Ruud expressed his dislike for the pervasive smell of cannabis at the US Open, citing it as the worst aspect of New York, despite the tournament's ban on smoking at the venue and the state's legalization of recreational cannabis. Ruud's comments highlight ongoing issues with the smell affecting players' concentration, a concern previously voiced by other players like Maria Sakkari.

Zhang Zhizhen Makes History with Upset Win over Casper Ruud at US Open
sports2 years ago

Zhang Zhizhen Makes History with Upset Win over Casper Ruud at US Open

Zhizhen Zhang becomes the first Chinese man to defeat a player in the top five of the ATP rankings by upsetting No. 5 seed Casper Ruud in five sets at the US Open, eliminating the 2022 runner-up from the tournament. Zhang's victory propels him to the third round of a Grand Slam tournament for the second time, marking a breakthrough in his career. Despite previous losses, Zhang's perseverance paid off as he outlasted Ruud with a strong performance. Ruud acknowledged Zhang's superior play and believes he will be a threat in the future. With Ruud's loss, multiple men seeded in the top five have been eliminated before the third round of the US Open for the first time since 2006.

Novak Djokovic Claims 23rd Grand Slam Title at French Open
sports2 years ago

Novak Djokovic Claims 23rd Grand Slam Title at French Open

Novak Djokovic won his 23rd Grand Slam singles title at the French Open, defeating Casper Ruud in the final. The Serbian became the only man to capture each of the four majors - Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and U.S. Open - at least three times. Djokovic's latest Paris triumph came in his seventh final at the venue and he entered Sunday's match with a 2-4 win-loss record. He also eclipsed Rafael Nadal as the oldest champion in Paris.

French Open 2023: Djokovic vs. Ruud predicted final matchup.
sports2 years ago

French Open 2023: Djokovic vs. Ruud predicted final matchup.

Novak Djokovic, the No. 3 seed, will face Casper Ruud, the No. 4 seed, in the final of the 2023 French Open. Djokovic is seeking his record-breaking 23rd grand slam title, while Ruud is aiming for his first. Djokovic is a -525 favorite in the latest Djokovic vs. Ruud odds from Caesars Sportsbook, with Ruud getting +350 as the underdog. SportsLine tennis handicapper Jose Onorato has released two strong bets, including a plus-money wager you need to see.

French Open 2023: Djokovic vs. Ruud predicted final matchup by tennis expert.
sports2 years ago

French Open 2023: Djokovic vs. Ruud predicted final matchup by tennis expert.

Novak Djokovic is the favorite to win the 2023 French Open men's final against Casper Ruud. Tennis expert Jose Onorato has released his betting picks for the match, including his best bet and a plus-money wager. Onorato has a systematic approach to studying current form, player tendencies, and weather conditions. He has a successful track record in tennis betting, going 96-67-7 in 2022.

French Open 2023: Djokovic vs. Swiatek - Predictions and Betting Preview
sports2 years ago

French Open 2023: Djokovic vs. Swiatek - Predictions and Betting Preview

The 2023 French Open men's final will feature Novak Djokovic against Casper Ruud. Djokovic is the favorite to win, having won all four previous matches against Ruud and dropping only two sets in the tournament so far. However, Ruud has impressive clay-court skills and is aiming for his first grand slam win. SportsLine tennis handicapper Jose Onorato has released his best bets for the match, including a plus-money wager.

Djokovic eyes historic 23rd grand slam in French Open final against Ruud.
sports2 years ago

Djokovic eyes historic 23rd grand slam in French Open final against Ruud.

Novak Djokovic faces Casper Ruud in the French Open men's final, with the opportunity to win his 23rd grand slam title and surpass the record he currently shares with Rafael Nadal. Djokovic has dropped just two sets en route to the final and will become the first male player to win each grand slam tournament at least three times if he wins. Ruud, who has never won a set against Djokovic, will be the underdog but can draw on the experience of two previous grand slam final appearances.

Djokovic vs. Ruud: Historic French Open Final Preview
sports2 years ago

Djokovic vs. Ruud: Historic French Open Final Preview

Novak Djokovic will face Casper Ruud in the Roland Garros championship match on Sunday, where he will secure a record 23rd major title and become the first man to win each Grand Slam tournament at least three times if he wins. Despite playing with so much at stake, Djokovic believes treating Sunday's clash as just another match will be key for him to win his sixth title in his past eight major campaigns and simultaneously secure his return to No. 1 in the Pepperstone ATP Rankings.

"Iga Swiatek and Karolina Muchova to face off in French Open women's final"
sports2 years ago

"Iga Swiatek and Karolina Muchova to face off in French Open women's final"

Novak Djokovic will face Casper Ruud in the French Open final, where he will attempt to win his 23rd Grand Slam title and move ahead of Rafael Nadal in the all-time list. Djokovic has won all four of his previous meetings with Ruud without dropping a set and is in his 34th Grand Slam final. Meanwhile, Ruud is chasing his first Slam title and is peaking at the right time. However, Djokovic controls his own destiny and is expected to win the final, with Ruud lacking a weapon to punch holes in Djokovic's defense.

Novak Djokovic advances to French Open final after defeating Carlos Alcaraz.
sports2 years ago

Novak Djokovic advances to French Open final after defeating Carlos Alcaraz.

Novak Djokovic will face Casper Ruud in the French Open men's final, with Djokovic aiming to win his 23rd men's Grand Slam singles title and break the record he currently shares with Rafael Nadal. The match will be nationally televised on NBC and can be streamed on the NBC Sports website, the NBC Sports app, and Peacock. Djokovic has won the French Open twice before, while Ruud has yet to win a Grand Slam singles title.

Djokovic advances to French Open final with win over Alcaraz.
sports2 years ago

Djokovic advances to French Open final with win over Alcaraz.

Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz 6-3 5-7 6-1 6-1 to reach the French Open final, putting him on the verge of winning a men’s record 23rd grand slam title. Alcaraz suffered cramps in the third set, allowing Djokovic to take control of the match. Djokovic will face last year’s runner-up Casper Ruud in the final. If Djokovic wins, he will return to No. 1 in the world rankings and move ahead of Rafael Nadal at the top of the men’s all-time grand slam list.