Paris, May 28 (UNI) In a major upset on the clay courts of Roland Garros, Portuguese tennis player Nuno Borges stunned seventh seed Casper Ruud to secure a spot in the third round of the French Open.



Borges, ranked World No. 42, overcame a shaky start to defeat Ruud 2-6, 6-4, 6-1, 6-0 in a match that lasted nearly three hours.

Ruud began strongly, dominating the first set with powerful baseline play and precise shot-making. However, Borges gradually found his rhythm, using his deft touch and consistent groundstrokes to turn the tide. After clinching the second set 6-4, Borges delivered an emphatic performance in the final two sets, breaking Ruud's serve multiple times and sealing the victory with an impressive 6-1, 6-0 scoreline.

The Norwegian, who came into the tournament as one of the favourites to contend for the title, appeared to be battling an injury during the latter stages of the match. Observers noted Ruud’s reduced movement and visible discomfort, particularly on his left leg, which seemed to affect his ability to chase down balls and maintain his usual aggressive style. Medical staff were seen attending to him on court during changeovers, raising concerns about the severity of the injury.

Borges’ composure under pressure and tactical adjustments, including more varied shot selection and improved net play, unsettled the higher-ranked opponent. The Portuguese player expressed his delight after the match, acknowledging the challenge of facing a top-ten player and praising his own resilience in overcoming the early setback.

Ruud’s exit represents a significant blow to the tournament’s dynamics, opening up the draw for other contenders. The seventh seed had been expected to progress deep into the tournament, particularly on his favoured clay surface, where he has consistently performed well in past years.

With this win, Borges advances to the third round, where he will face Australian Alexei Popyrin. The upcoming match promises to be another exciting encounter as Borges seeks to continue his breakthrough run in Paris.

Further updates on Casper Ruud’s injury status are awaited as the tennis world reacts to this unexpected turn of events at Roland Garros.

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