Australia’s Jordan Thompson claimed his first ATP title by defeating Casper Ruud in the Los Cabos Open final in Mexico. After a marathon semifinal against top seed Alexander Zverev, Thompson displayed resilience to triumph over fourth-seeded Ruud with a 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) win. The 29-year-old broke Ruud in the opening set, maintaining control despite a brief challenge from the Norwegian in the second set. Thompson sealed the victory in a tense tie-break, showcasing composure and ending the match with a powerful serve. Reflecting on his journey, Thompson expressed gratitude to the crowd and celebrated an unexpected trophy lift at almost 30 years old.
Jordan Thompson Secures Maiden ATP Title with Victory Over Ruud in Los Cabos Open
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