Casper Ruud is making waves in the world of tennis as the most successful Norwegian player in history.
With three grand slam finals under his belt and a career-high ranking of world No. 2, Ruud is set to make a splash at the 2024 French Open in Paris, all while being cheered on by his supportive partner Maria Galligani.
Maria, who also hails from Norway, is a psychology graduate who studied at Oslo Nye Høyskole from 2017 to 2020 before pursuing a master’s degree in psychology at the University of Southern Denmark, which she completed in 2022. Apart from her academic achievements, Maria has also worked for a sports nutrition company.
The couple went public with their relationship in 2018 and have been seen together at various events, including Ruud’s matches and prestigious award ceremonies. Maria has been a dedicated supporter of Ruud, standing by him as he reached significant milestones in his career, such as winning the Generali Open in 2021 and the Barcelona Open in 2024.
Ruud has had impressive performances at the French Open, reaching the final twice. In 2022, he faced Rafael Nadal, who emerged victorious in straight sets. Nadal, who trained Ruud at his academy when he was younger, has praised the Norwegian player’s talent and considers him a strong contender on clay courts.
In 2023, Ruud made it to the French Open final again, this time against Novak Djokovic, but fell short in straight sets. Despite the defeat, Ruud’s determination and talent have garnered attention and respect from fellow players and fans alike.
