By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Monday Could 27, 2024
Casper Ruud arrives in Paris on the heels of his twelfth profession title, however the Norwegian says don’t depend him among the many favorites at Roland Garros 2024. Novak Djokovic? That is a distinct story, he says…
“To me regardless that Novak hasn’t had one of the best yr as he usually has or the identical stage, I feel he’s nonetheless the favourite,” Ruud informed reporters on Sunday in Paris. “He’s No. 1 seeded, and he has 24 slams beneath his belt, so if there’s anybody who is aware of when to seek out their peak and type, it is most likely him.
“Then after that it is loads of different guys, and I additionally wish to point out Rafa clearly. He isn’t seeded and he has not perhaps performed the way in which he used to play on clay, but when he’s bodily match, I feel I am not going to name him a darkish horse, however he’s going to be up there additionally in my eyes as one of many favorites to do effectively right here. His file speaks for itself right here.”
Ruud doesn’t even wish to be on the listing of favorites. Simply let the opposite high names have the highlight, he says.
“I would not put myself within the listing simply because I do not wish to type of put strain on myself, however I’d put Novak up there undoubtedly,” he stated. “Relying on how Carlos [Alcaraz], Jannik [Sinner], and Rafa feels, I really feel like these three are additionally value mentioning. If they’re injury-free. I’d go together with 4 guys.
