Casper Ruud is currently one of the best tennis players in the world. Now the Norwegian has given a glimpse into his private life and announced some big news.
Happy news from the world of tennis: Casper Ruud, currently ranked number twelve in the world, has announced on Instagram that he and his partner Maria Galligani are expecting a baby. “The team is growing,” wrote the Norwegian under a black-and-white photo showing him with the Italian and their dog. Ruud has his hand on Galligani’s belly. Both are beaming. The 26-year-old also revealed the sex of the child. “See you next year, little girl,” wrote Ruud. He also posted a second photo that once again highlighted the impending birth of his daughter. This time, only the couple’s little dog is pictured. He is sitting next to a series of ultrasound images and a pair of baby shoes with pink bows.
From Shapovalov to Nadal: Tennis stars offer their congratulations
The reactions were not long in coming. Numerous colleagues from the tennis world congratulated Ruud. “Congratulations!!” wrote Canadian Denis Shapovalov, while Alejandro Davidovich Fokina commented: “Wow, congratulations to both of you” and added a red heart emoji to the post. Stars such as 22-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal, Holger Rune, and Tommy Paul also sent their warm wishes.
Ruud, who has already reached the final of a Grand Slam tournament three times in his career, is likely to focus not only on his sporting achievements in the near future, but also on a new chapter in his private life. Next year, he will not only be challenged on the tennis court, but also as a new father. He has been with Galligani since 2018. The couple got engaged last year.
