Czechia, Norway locked at 1-1 after tired Ruud wins

World No.6 Casper Ruud has started the Australian summer on a winning note, fighting off tiredness and a dogged opponent to post a three-sets victory over Tomas Machac at the United Cup in Sydney.

Czechia took a 1-0 lead in Sunday’s tie against Norway at Ken Rosewall Arena after 2023 French Open…