Casper Ruud and Felix Auger-Aliassime withdraw from Brussels Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Casper Ruud and Felix Auger-Aliassime have withdrawn from the upcoming Brussels Open, following recent performances at the Shanghai tournament on October 16. Ruud lost to Rafael Jodar, while Auger-Aliassime retired during his match against Ruud. This trend of withdrawals highlights the physical toll of an intense tennis season as it nears its end, impacting participation in the BNP Paribas Fortis European Open. With both stars out, Arthur Fils remains the highest-ranked player in the draw, potentially solidifying his place in the ATP Finals.
- •Ruud lost to Jodar in Shanghai on October 16.
- •Auger-Aliassime retired during their match.
- •Fils stands as the highest-ranked player in Brussels.
- •Demanding season has led to numerous player withdrawals.
- •Next up is the BNP Paribas Fortis European Open.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Casper Ruud joins Felix Auger-Aliassime in withdrawing from ATP event just hours after losing in Shanghai
"Withdrawals have become commonplace around this time of the season, as we draw ever closer to the end of another gruelling tennis season. With each...
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