Casper Ruud commenced his Nîmes campaign this Friday at 1:30 PM, facing a challenging, windy environment at the historic Arènes de Nîmes. The Norwegian, aiming to defend his title, took on UTS newcomer Karen Khachanov from Russia. Although Ruud dropped the opening quarter, he skillfully recovered to secure a 3-1 victory, advancing to the semi-finals. Reflecting on the match, Ruud noted, “It’s another full arena today with beautiful conditions and weather,” highlighting the vibrant atmosphere and the support of the crowd.








