Casper Ruud confirmed as second seed for 2026 ASB Classic

Wednesday 3 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 3 Dec 2025, 6:00am

In this story NZME, ATP, Ben Shelton

World No 12 Casper Ruud will return to Auckland for the ASB Classic in January. The Norwegian player will be the second seed in the tournament, following American Ben Shelton.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 3 Dec 2025, 5:30am

   Casper Ruud to headline 2026 ASB Classic as second seed in Auckland (opens in new tab)

2. StuffWed 3 Dec 2025, 6:00am

   World’s top 12 ranked player confirmed for men’s ASB Classic (opens in new tab)