Casper Ruud secured a spot in the final of the ATP hardcourt tournament in Los Cabos, Mexico, with an impressive victory over defending champion Stefanos Tsitsipas on Friday.

The fourth-seeded Ruud displayed a dominant performance, winning 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) against Tsitsipas, who had claimed the title in the previous year's event. Ruud showcased his prowess by not dropping a single point on his first serve in the opening set. Although he faced a tougher challenge in the second set, needing to save five set points, Ruud remained composed and eventually sealed the victory in straight sets.

Reflecting on the match, Ruud acknowledged the tight contest, particularly in the second set, where he had to fend off Tsitsipas' set points. Despite the pressure, Ruud credited his ability to hold off Tsitsipas and attributed some of his success to luck.

Ruud's victory sets up an intriguing final showdown, where he will face either top-seeded German Alexander Zverev or eighth-seeded Australian Jordan Thompson on Saturday. With his impressive form, Ruud will undoubtedly be a formidable opponent in the final as he seeks to clinch the title in Los Cabos.

The match lasted one hour and 49 minutes, with Ruud's resilience and determination ultimately propelling him to victory and securing his place in the tournament's final showdown.