Sport Local May 03, 2025

Ruud Critiques Argentine Fans at Madrid Masters

Norwegian player Casper Ruud expressed disappointment over Argentine fans who booed him during the Madrid Masters final. He called for the referee's intervention to manage the disruptive behavior.


Ruud Critiques Argentine Fans at Madrid Masters

Norwegian tennis player Casper Ruud, finalist of the Madrid Masters 1000, expressed his discontent with the behavior of some Argentine spectators during his match against Francisco Cerúndolo. Ruud emphasized that the booing directed at him by Argentine fans while he was trying to serve was inappropriate.

At one point in the match, Ruud was forced to request the intervention of the referee in an attempt to control the situation. After the match, the Norwegian tennis player reflected on this episode, questioning "How many times is a fan allowed to disturb a player?".

These statements from Ruud highlight the importance of respect and sportsmanship in tennis, underscoring the need to maintain an appropriate environment in matches between players, regardless of the favoritism of the audience.