Amazon Quiz: Casper Ruud recently became the first male singles player from which country to reach the final of a Grand Slam in the open era?
Norway
Denmark
Finland
Iceland
Answer: Norway
Casper Rudd in from Norway. The 23-year-old became the first male singles player from his country to reach the final of a Grand Slam in the open era. He achieved the feat at the French Open 2022.
After defeating Cilic in the semis, Rudd reached the final, where Rafael Nadal defeated him 6-3, 6-3, 6-0.
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“First thing and most important thing is to congratulate Rafa. It’s your 14th time here and 22nd all-time in Grand Slams. We all know what a champion you are and today I got to feel how it is to play against you in a final,” Rudd said after the loss.
“It’s not easy and I’m not the first victim so I know there have been many before [laughs]. Again, to you Rafa. Your team and family. You have taken me into your academy with open arms and also to my family, so thank you a lot,” he added.
“You are a true inspiration for me and for everyone who follows tennis around the world so we all hope you will continue for some more time.”
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