Jack Draper Faces Casper Ruud in Madrid Open Final

MADRID, Spain — Jack Draper, the British No. 1, is set to face Norway’s Casper Ruud in the final of the Madrid Open on Sunday, May 5, 2025. The match marks Draper’s bid for his second Masters 1000 title in just two months. Draper has had an impressive run throughout the tournament, not dropping a single set.

Currently ranked fifth in the ATP standings, Draper’s victory in the Madrid Open would put him even closer to the top ranks in professional tennis. He has been in exceptional form, defeating players like Lorenzo Musetti in the semifinals. Draper won that match with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (4).

“Every moment felt like a key point,” Draper said after his semifinal victory. “I was trying to stay present. I had chances. I thought I did a great job, especially at the end changing tactics, serving and volleying a bit more.” Draper has shown remarkable resilience, especially since this is his first ATP final on clay, a surface often considered his weakest.

On the other side of the net, Casper Ruud is no stranger to high-stakes matches and will be looking for his first Masters 1000 title. Ruud advanced to the final after defeating Francisco Cerundolo in the other semifinal.

“I’m looking forward to facing Draper,” Ruud stated. “He has been playing phenomenally, and it’s going to be a tough match.” The stakes are high for both players, as a win would significantly boost their confidence leading into the upcoming French Open.

The final match will take place at 7 PM BST, and tennis fans around the world are eager to see who will come out on top—either Draper, continuing his dominant performance, or Ruud, seeking to claim his first major title.