Casper Ruud, fresh off his historic ATP Masters 1000 title win at the Madrid Open, is set to face Arthur Rinderknech at the Cincinnati Open. Ruud, known for his powerful topspin forehand and composed demeanor on the court, enters the match as the clear favorite. His Madrid victory marked him as the first Norwegian to achieve such a feat in the Open Era.
Rinderknech, while sporting a modest 14-21 season record, arrives with confidence boosted by recent victories, including impressive wins against Alexander Zverev at Wimbledon and Ben Shelton at Queen’s Club. He also pushed Frances Tiafoe to five sets at the Australian Open, demonstrating his potential to challenge top players.
Ruud's Dominance in Head-to-Head
The head-to-head record heavily favors Ruud, who leads 4-0, having won all matches in straight sets. They've already clashed twice in 2025, at Madrid and Acapulco, with Ruud emerging victorious in both encounters (6-3, 6-4 in Madrid and 6-4, 6-3 in Acapulco). This track record further solidifies his position as the likely winner.
How to Watch Ruud vs. Rinderknech Live
The highly anticipated match is scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern. It will be the opening match on Grandstand Court at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio.
Viewing Options:
- Tennis Channel: The match may be broadcast live on the Tennis Channel or its streaming-only T2 Channel, available for free on Amazon Prime Video.
- Tennis Channel Live Stream: A live stream simulcast of the TV coverage is available, along with a dedicated feed for the Ruud-Rinderknech match.
- Standalone Streaming Subscription: For those without other options, the Tennis Channel offers a standalone streaming subscription for $9.99/month or $109.99/year.
While Rinderknech has demonstrated flashes of brilliance, Ruud’s consistent performance, success on hard courts, and dominant head-to-head record make him the strong favorite to advance in the Cincinnati Open.