Casper Ruud is currently facing Joao Fonseca at the French Open.
The fourth-round tie is underway at Court Philippe-Chatrier.
Fonseca’s Forehand Poses a Threat
Joao Fonseca’s forehand is proving to be a weapon against Casper Ruud. It’s drawing errors from his opponent. Fonseca is smacking the ball with everything he has, trapping Casper Ruud behind the baseline.
Fonseca’s forehand grinds his opponents down, according to a commentator. He is also using drop shots effectively.
Fonseca used three drop shots in the penultimate game of his match against Novak Djokovic as he made the decisive break.
Ruud Saves Break Points
Casper Ruud saved three break points in one game. He whipped a cross-court forehand winner beyond Fonseca’s outstretched racquet to save one. Ruud also pulled the game back to deuce with a cross-court winner and a buried smash.
Fonseca had another opportunity to break after dragging Casper Ruud out of position and hitting a forehand winner.
Key Moments in the Match
- Casper Ruud held to love, channelling the traffic cone with an orange bandana, grey-white top, and orange shorts.
- Both players collected an early forehand winner.
- Fonseca rushed the net and pulled out a drop shot.
Ruud Favoured in the Match
Casper Ruud is considered the favourite. He is used to playing these sorts of matches. Ruud collected an early forehand winner, crunching one out of the Brazilian’s reach into the corner.
Annabel Croft thinks this is going to be a cracker of a match.
Commentators are sensing we might be in for a few tie-breaks tonight.