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May 6, 2025

Ruud beats Draper to win Madrid Open and claim maiden Masters

Norway's Casper Ruud in action during the men's singles final against Britain's Jack Draper, May 4, 2025. —ReutersMADRID: Casper Ruud beat Jack Draper 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 on Sunday to clinch Madrid Open victory and the first Masters 1000 triumph of his career.The Norwegian, a three-time Grand Slam runner-up, got the better of his British opponent in a two-and-a-half hour tussle at the Manolo Santana stadium.Rising star Draper, who will move fifth in the world rankings on Monday above Novak...