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Casper Ruud Advances at Australian Open, Prepared to Leave for Family
Casper Ruud (27) secured a straightforward victory in the first round of the Australian Open on Monday, defeating Matteo Bellucci in straight sets. Though, the 12th-seeded Norwegian is prepared to withdraw from the tournament at any moment due to his wifeS impending childbirth. His wife is heavily pregnant and remains at home, and Ruud has stated he will leave Melbourne as soon as she goes into labor.
“Except when I’m on court, I have my phone on all the time. There are more important things in life than tennis, but I’ll be here as long as I can and as long as Maria allows,” Ruud said after his win against Bellucci, according to Tenisportal.cz.
Family Support and Future Plans
Ruud has traditionally traveled the tennis circuit with his family, including his father and coach. His wife, Maria, has increasingly joined the team, and Ruud is looking forward to expanding the family with their first child. He envisions a future where his family accompanies him on tour.
Casper Ruud could be forced to withdraw from the Australian Open as he is due to become a father “any day now”.#AO26 | #AusOpen https://t.co/g9C09jABkZ
“She will be very small and tiny, but she will be there, and I hope to bring her and Maria with me to tournaments and we will be a happy family traveling the world,” Ruud shared. “I’m not just doing this for myself anymore. I have someone else to play for,” he added.
Next Match and Tournament Outlook
Ruud’s next opponent at the Australian Open is Jaume Munar, who overcame Dalibor Svrčina in a five-set match in the first round. The outcome of Ruud’s participation in the tournament hinges on the progress of his wife’s pregnancy, and he remains committed to prioritizing his family during this meaningful time.
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