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Casper Ruud recently won three straight clay court titles after winning the Generali Open in Kitzbuhel. The Norwegian also improved his ranking by two places, dropping from 14th to 12th in the world. However, he revealed his dream of beating Roger Federer or Rafael Nadal in the near future.
The winner in Gstaad, Bastad and Kitzbuhel became the first player since Andy Murray to win three titles in consecutive weeks. His next challenge might be at the US Open later this month.
“They are more of an inspiration”: Casper Ruud on Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal
Casper Ruud has been in the limelight after winning three events in three consecutive weeks. He mentioned his tennis idols in an interview with ATP. However, he believes he can beat his idols, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
“Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. It was more for them. When you are young it is hard to believe that you can be there yourself and beat them. They are more like an inspiration, but the older you get the more you start to believe, and sometimes you can train with them. They are obviously better than you, but maybe not as much as you think, ”Ruud said when asked about his dream wins.
The 22-year-old has a bright future ahead of him and dreaming of beating the big guns is one of his targets. Young, everyone dreams of playing their idols; however, very few realize the dream.
Ruud on the role of Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer
Casper Ruud described his experience playing against Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic previously. However, his demeanor was also professional back then and he had a thirst to win.
“I was lucky enough to play against Novak Djokovic and Federer once, when I entered the pitch I went to try to win. You have to try to see them as another player you want to beat, ”Ruud said.
Casper Ruud shows the mentality of a real winner. He is destined for greater achievements in the future, as his mindset suggests. The world No. 12 has the potential to upset many big players; however, he will have to remain humble.
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