Jack Draper had praise for Casper Ruud after his defeat in the Madrid Open final. The Brit reached his second Masters 1000 final – after his title in Indian Wells two months ago – but fell short of the title after a phenomenal victory by the Norwegian 7-5,

Norway's Casper Ruud won his first Masters 1000 title on Sunday, as he stormed to a 7-5 3-6 6-4 victory over fifth seed Jack Draper in the Madrid Open final with a gutsy performance that showcased his claycourt mettle.

Jack Draper was beaten in three gruelling sets by an inspired Casper Ruud in the Madrid Open final. The 23-year-old Briton fought back to level the match after losing the opening set, but it was three-time grand slam finalist Ruud who held the edge on the crucial points.