Norwegian Tennis star Casper Ruud has been quick to capture the adoration of fans the world over. Hailing from Oslo, Norway, the tenacious Tennis star first achieved a career-high Men’s Singles ranking of No.2 on the 12th of September, 2022, thanks to his appearance in the 2022 Us Open Final, after a previous appearance at the 2022 French Open Final. The Scandinavian star, son of former professional Tennis player Christian Ruud (career high rank 39 – Men’s Singles), is the first Norwegian man to reach the final of a Grand Slam tournament. As respect grew and accolades gathered, fans naturally became more interested in the personal life of the star. With this, we bring you all the details of Casper Ruud and Maria Galligani’s 5+ year relationship.
Maria Galligani and Casper Ruud have been dating since at least 2018, after they went public with this social media post on Galligani’s Instagram account. The post showcased snaps of the couple’s trips to Paris and London, which may suggest the relationship predates the post by a while. Since, Maria Galligani has travelled the world supporting Ruud, as she is often found among the crowd, either alone or alongside the Tennis star’s family.
Casper Ruud & Girlfriend Maria Galligani, Pictured Together for the First Time After Instagram Post – November 25th 2018
All About Casper Ruud’s Girlfriend – Maria Galligani
Maria Galligani, born on October 25th, 1997, in Oslo, Norway, may be most known for her relationship to Norway’s highest ever ranked Men’s Tennis star, Casper Ruud, but she is so much more. Maria Galligani is an accomplished individual in her own right, with a bright academic background and a promising professional future; as can be seen on her LinkedIn profile, she has a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Southern Denmark and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Bjørknes Høyskole (Oslo New University College). Galligani’s academic pursuits reflect a deep commitment to understanding human behaviour—a trait that undoubtedly complements the mental rigours of professional sports faced by Ruud. The committed academic has applied her skills professionally, through work with a sports nutrition company and mental health related organisations. Commendably, Maria Galligani is also committed to charity work, with her role in the Norwegian Red Cross, in which she “works with children and young people”, and has done so for close to 6 years.
Maria Galligani
How They Met
Casper Ruud and Maria Galligani’s love story began in their native Norway, supposedly sparked through mutual acquaintances. As we understand it, the couple started dating in 2018, and have since become inseparable, supporting each other in their respective endeavors. Their relationship was first acknowledged publicly in November 2018, marked by social media posts and public appearances at various tennis events.
One Of Casper Ruud & Girlfriend Maria Galligani’s First Pictures Together
Maria Galligani’s Support For Ruud
Maria’s role in Casper’s life transcends that of a typical athlete’s partner, or the dated stereotype of a WAG. Galligani is often spotted at Casper Ruud’s matches, either in the stands or in the player’s box. With her expertise in psychology, Maria is likely a crucial part of Casper’s mental and emotional preparation, helping him handle the pressures of professional Tennis. During the celebrations of Ruud’s 2024 Barcelona Open victory, the couple could be spotted sharing a kiss, as posted on Maria Galligani’s Instagram.
Casper Ruud & Girlfriend Maria Galligani Share a Kiss After The Norwegian Wins The 2024 Barcelona Open
Casper Ruud and Maria Galligani Are Parents… Sort Of
While no, the Norwegian couple do not currently have any children together, they do have a gorgeous Malshi dog, Bajas, making them dog-mom and dog-dad. Bajas was born on December 10th, 2020, with suggestions that they had gotten him in January 2021.
Galligani and Ruud have posted many a photo of Bajas where he can be seen accompanying the couple on their many work-related and leisure trips, such as their stay in Båstad for the Sweedish Open, posted here.
An Instagram Post on Bajas’ Page – Captioned by Ruud “Take your child to work day”
FAQ
Who is Casper Ruud’s Girlfriend?
Maria Galligani, a psychology graduate and a native of Oslo, has been Casper’s supportive partner since 2018.
Is Casper Ruud Married?
No, as of the latest updates, Casper Ruud is not married but is in a committed relationship with Maria Galligani.
Are Casper Ruud and Maria Galligani Engaged?
There are no public records or announcements about an engagement between Casper Ruud and Maria Galligani.
