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Stepping in as a late replacement for Team World, Cerundolo defeated Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4 in today’s opening Laver Cup match.
For the second year in a row, Cerundolo delivered an opening-day win. Last year in Vancouver, Cerundolo stopped Alejandro Davidovich Fokina on day one of play.
Today, Cerundolo whipped his heavy forehand across the charcoal-colored court. Cerundolo hit 16 winners—five more than Ruud—and broke serve three times in a 97-minute victory match.
“Super proud, being part of the team is really special,” Cerundolo said. “Getting the win last year and win here and beating a Top 10 player, I’m super happy. Hopefully, we can keep going on with this competition.”
Match 1: Francisco Cerundolo (World) d. Casper Ruud (Europe) 6-4, 6-4