The beloved and powerful Frenchman said goodbye after a valiant four-set effort against No. 8 seed Casper Ruud.

Fans in Chatrier will have a chance to show their appreciation Tuesday for the 2008 Australian Open runner-up, when he plays what could be the final match of his career.

One day before the French Open starts in Paris, the Norwegian's seventh career title on clay courts lifted his record in finals to 8-3.

"It's fun to see that all the Scandinavian countries have one player," said the 23-year-old Norwegian, who hopes to keep growing the small but consistent tennis tradition in the region.

The Miami Open finalist earned his best result of the clay swing at the Foro Italico with a seamless victory over Jenson Brooksby.

These four key principles are certain to improve your game on red dirt.

The No. 8 seed served and returned at a high level to oust the world No. 7, 7-5, 6-1, Friday at the BMW Open.

The 23-year-old world No. 7 has demonstrated that he can evolve across the board. As the ATP calendar moves to his playground of choice, red clay, Norway's greatest tennis talent just might be ready for a breakout on the big stage.

With red-hot Carlos Alcaraz in his quarter, can the world No. 1 kickstart his season at the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo?

After withdrawing from an ATP 250 event in Houston due to wisdom tooth pain, the Norwegian shared an update straight from the dentist’s office.