Why Casper Ruud’s ‘lucky charm’ fiancée Maria Galligani was absent from Italian Open final vs Sinner – Explained
As Norway’s Casper Ruud’s took on Italy’s Jannik Sinner at the final of the Italian Open 2026 on Sunday, his fiancé, Maria Galligani, was notably absent from the stands cheering for Ruud. It left many wondering as to why Galligani was not there, given she is often seen cheering for Ruud. Casper Ruud reacts during his final match against Jannik Sinner at the Italian Open in Rome, Sunday, May 17. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino) But after Ruud lost to Sinner in two straight sets 6-4, 6-4, he spoke about his family- especially his partner Galligani and their newborn daughter, whom he described as his “lucky charm.” Rudd remembered his family and described the year as “very good” off the court despite his struggle on it. “I’d like to thank my own team, behind there.. it’s a bit hard to talk and look at them,” Ruud said after his loss. Also read: Jannik Sinner’s GF Laila makes sweet gesture for Italian star’s parents after win vs Ruud – Watch “It’s been a little bit of an interesting …
