'These titles would not be possible ...' - Denis Shapovalov opens up on his family, team after beating Casper Ruud in Dallas Open 2025 final

Tennis sensation Denis Shapovalov defeated Casper Ruud by 7-6, 6-3 to clinch the Dallas Open 2025 title. The blistering win is the Canadian star's third ATP title win and the biggest of his professional career. The star player fired 13 aces during the game as he was seen completing the win in just one hour and 40 minutes.

The star player's run to the title included wins over top-ten opponents like Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul, and Casper Ruud. Denis is the first player to beat three top-10 players in the same tournament this year. After his title win, the 25-year-old moved up to number 32 in the PIF ATP Live rankings, his highest position since September 2023.

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Denis Shapovalov's some beautiful words about his family and team

After his magnificent win over the Norway-born star in the 2025 Dallas Open, Denis Shapovalov was seen expressing gratitude towards his family and the team. The Canada-born star acknowledged their hard work and sacrifices, which allowed him to mark his comeback to the court after the difficult periods of the time, even when he doubted himself to play again. The star player spoke highly about how much it meant to him to have his team's support and how happy he was to have his game back.

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Denis Shapovalov said some beautiful words about his family and team after beating Casper Ruud in Dallas final:

“I need to say a big thanks to my team. Maybe some of you know I’ve been facing some difficult injuries with the knee. It’s been a long road back. Obviously struggles… pic.twitter.com/FHQidziWuF

— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) February 9, 2025

“I need to say a big thanks to my team. Maybe some of you know I’ve been facing some difficult injuries with the knee. It’s been a long road back. Obviously struggles to get some titles as well.. Get that momentum going back on the court. My team and the people close to me, my family kept lifting me up, putting me back in the right pathway when I’ve been down. These titles would not be possible without them. Thank you guys so much," Denis Shapovalov said after the win.

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