Madrid, May 3 -- Norway's Casper Ruud booked his spot in Sunday's showpiece with a 6-4 7-5 win over Francisco Cerundolo, despite struggling with a rib injury.
The world number 15 required treatment three games into the opening set but still managed to save 15 of the 18 break points he faced.
"I wasn't sure I was going to be able to finish the match, honestly. I felt something in my rib during the warm-up, just towards the end before going out on court," Ruud said.
"I felt it in nearly every shot, especially the serve. Luckily, I got some quick treatment on it. There's not too much you can do, you only have three minutes with the physio. So I will go and check it out more now."
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