Rafael Nadal and Casper Ruud displayed remarkable resilience as they saved a match point in the deciding set tie-break to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the doubles in Bastad. This feat was achieved just hours after Casper Ruud was eliminated from the singles competition. The duo narrowly defeated France's Theo Arribage and Roman Safiullin of Russia with a score of 6-4, 3-6, 12/10, clinching victory by winning the final three points of the match after being on the brink of defeat.

Rafael Nadal, who is also participating in the singles tournament, expressed his satisfaction with the emotional and high-quality match, emphasizing the enjoyment of playing in front of a full crowd during a doubles match. While awaiting their semi-final opponents, Nadal will return to the singles court to face Britain's Cameron Norrie in the round of 16.

Despite Casper Ruud's earlier setback in the singles competition, the duo's remarkable performance in the doubles event showcased their tenacity and determination. Their victory in the quarter-finals demonstrated their ability to overcome challenges and deliver exceptional performances on the court.