Casper Ruud is a Norwegian professional tennis player recognized for his outstanding performances on the ATP Tour.
Born into a tennis family, Rudd earned an international reputation through his success on clay courts, winning numerous championships.
Known for his powerful forehand and consistent play, he has reached several Grand Slam finals, including the French Open and the US Open. He became the first Norwegian player to rise to second place in the global rankings.
Casper Ruud’s rise in the tennis world, especially over the past few years, has been marked by impressive wins and his remarkable journey from top junior player to competing at the highest level of men’s tennis.
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- Full name: Caspar Rudd
- Date of birth: December 22, 1998
- Age: 26 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Oslo, Norway
- Nationality: Norwegian
- Occupation: Professional tennis player
- Height: 183 cm (6 ft)
- Parents: Christian Luther (father), Lele Luther (mother)
- Siblings: Caroline Rudd, Charlotte Rudd
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Related to Maria Garrigani
- Religion: Not applicable
- Race: Not applicable
- Net worth: $7.5 million
early life and education
Casper Ruud, 25 years old, was born on December 22, 1998 in Oslo, Norway. His father, Christian Rudd, is also a professional tennis player, reaching a career-high 39th in the world in singles.
Casper grew up in a tennis-focused household and was introduced to the sport at an early age, playing alongside his father.
He has two sisters, Caroline and Charlotte. Inspired by his father’s career and the legendary Rafael Nadal, Casper began training seriously, eventually moving to Spain’s Rafael Nadal Academy to further his development.
In his early years, he participated in youth championships and quickly became a top player, earning the No. 1 ranking in the youth world in 2016.
personal life
Casper Ruud has been in a long-term relationship with Maria Galligani since 2018. Maria is a psychology student in Oslo and the couple have maintained a close relationship over the years. She regularly supports Rudd at his matches and travels to important competitions around the world.
The couple appear to have kept their relationship private, but Mariah is often seen in the player’s box at important games in Casper. Rudd has no children and focuses on his tennis career.
In addition to tennis, Rudd is an avid golfer and enjoys following the NHL, with the Tampa Bay Lightning being his favorite team. His interests outside of sports include a love of various cuisines, with Thai, Japanese and Italian being his favorites.
Profession
Casper Ruud turned professional in 2015 and quickly made a name for himself on the ATP Tour. After becoming the No. 1 junior player in 2016, he moved to the adult tour and won his first ATP title in 2020.
Rudd is known for his prowess on clay, winning multiple clay court titles including victories at the Argentina Open, Geneva Open and Bastad Open.
His breakthrough year came in 2022, when he reached two Grand Slam finals, first at the French Open and later at the US Open, finishing runner-up in both events.
That same year, he reached the finals of the ATP Finals, further cementing his reputation as a top player. In 2023, Luther continued his strong performance and reached the Grand Slam final for the third time at the French Open, but he once again failed to win his first Grand Slam championship.
Luther’s game is characterized by a heavy forehand, stable bottom line, and stable performance on clay. Throughout his career, he has been mentored by his father, Christian Ruud, which was an important factor in his development.
Awards
- 2022: Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award
- 12 ATP Tour singles titles (as of 2024)
- First Norwegian player to reach a Grand Slam final (Roland Garros 2022)
- A multiple ATP Tour finalist, including the 2022 and 2023 French Open and the 2022 U.S. Open.
net worth
Casper Ruud has an estimated net worth of $7.5 million. This figure is largely due to his tennis earnings, which total more than $19 million in prize money.
Rudd has also received multiple endorsements from brands such as Yonex, Porsche Norway and Vitaminwell, which have contributed to his wealth.
social media
- Instagram: @casperruud
- Twitter: @CasperRuud98
