Norway's Casper Ruud criticises the ATP's ranking system and describes it "like a rat race" which forces players to compete with injuries.

Casper Ruud has claimed that players are being “forced to show up injured or sick” after suffering a shock defeat at the French Open. The two-time runner-up was sent packing in the second round on Wednesday - his earliest exit here since he made his debut in 2018.

Tennis sensation Casper Ruud has shared how he manages his expenses during the ATP tours as he continues his winning run in the French Open 2025. The Norway-born tennis star defeated world number five Jack Draper to win the Mutua Madrid Open ATP singles title last month and has been one of the most prominent players on the ATP tours.

Australia’s Jordan Thompson has become the latest player to criticise the tennis schedule. In the recent past, a lot of players, both in men’s and women’s tennis, have questioned the motivation behind extending the previous model of the ATP and WTA 1000 events.

PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 26: Jordan Thompson of Australia plays a forehand against Jiri Lehecka of Czechia during the Men's Singles First Round match on Day Two of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros.

The future of Novak Djokovic is certainly one of the most discussed issues among fans and insiders. The former world No.1 has not triumphed in a Major since the 2023 US Open and many are beginning to believe that he should abandon his dream of winning his 25th Grand Slam title given his recent negative results.

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As the French Open honored Rafael Nadal, the ATP Tour also made sure to recognize the tennis icon and what he has done for the game. Nadal made an appearance at the Court Philippe-Chatrier on Sunday,

Interviewed by the media outlet 'Bolshe', Khachanov confessed that Alcaraz was very tired during their clash: “Yes, it’s about the intensity of the shots, the intensity of the rallies. I made him fight to win those rallies.