Casper Ruud may be a tennis star, but when it comes to his furry friend, he’s a proud dog dad, proving that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. As the 25-year-old is currently playing in the Sweden Open, he was accompanied by his little dog and girlfriend, Maria Galligani, at the same time, welcoming a Maltese Shih-Tzu pup.

Casper Ruud and Rafael Nadal took on Miguel Ángel Reyes-Varela and Guido Andreozzi in their opening-round encounter. Prior to the start of the action, Ruud and his girlfriend Maria Galligani traveled to Sweden; they posted a photo of themselves on social media with the message, “The team had arrived.”

In the picture, the family of three was seen smiling their hearts out, including their dog, as he wore the tournament’s ID card alongside his tennis father. The 25-year-old tennis player welcomed Bajas Galligani Ruud, a Maltese Shih-Tzu puppy, into his family in 2020.

Ruud soon found that this endearing dog was his constant friend, going everywhere with him both on and off the court. The Norwegian tennis player’s “fluffy sidekick,” Bajas, won many lovers all over the world with its cuddly fur and cute features, over the years.

This little ball of energy, despite his diminutive stature, turned out to be a huge source of comfort and happiness for the Norwegian player. On the other hand, both of them have a unique friendship characterized by unconditional devotion, whether they are seen playing in the backyard or unwinding at home.

Subsequently, Ruud is always happy to see the puppy’s mischievous behavior and steadfast loyalty. During the Australian Open, there was one particularly remarkable moment that enthralled spectators and tennis enthusiasts alike: the dog suddenly stole the show with a charming performance that left everyone pleasantly pleased.

Casper Ruud’s dog stole the limelight with his cuteness 

Ruud’s performance at the Australian Open this year was far from ideal; Cameron Norrie beat him in the third round. Fans were unhappy with his performance, but his dog seemed blissfully unaffected by the result. Following the hard-fought game, Ruud came home to a jubilant greeting from his pet, who was obviously overjoyed to see his owner again after being away for a few days.

However, it will be interesting to see whether his dog’s presence in this tournament, can turn the charm around for him. Subsequently, as Wimbledon didn’t end well for the 25-year-old tennis player, he will try to keep his form intact, as you get ready for another showdown.

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