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Casper Ruud's Paris Masters Loss Ends ATP Finals Hopes
10/29/2025
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Story summary
- In the first round of the 2025 Paris Masters, Casper Ruud lost 6-3, 7-5 to Daniel Altmaier, ending his ATP Finals qualification chances.
- The defeat marks Ruud's fourth first-round exit this season, fueling concerns about his form.
- Altmaier, ranked 50th, earned his second Top 10 victory of the year after beating Taylor Fritz at Roland-Garros.
- Ruud's unforced errors prevented breaks through Altmaier's defenses, prompting an off-season reassessment.
