Following his victory in the third round at Roland-Garros 2024, Holger Rune articulated his satisfaction with his performance, particularly in the second set where he displayed his aggression and took control of the game. While acknowledging his opponent’s skill, Rune took pride in how he handled the pressure and maintained his composure. Looking ahead, he anticipates a challenging match in the upcoming best-of-five sets grand slam event, reflecting on their previous encounter where he clinched his first ATP title. Both competitors have been excelling, and the interview concluded with a musical cue signalling the end of the discussion.
Currently ranked as the world no. 13, Holger Rune has achieved a notable 22-11 match record in 2024. Competing in the French Open, he emerged victorious against Daniel Evans (world no. 62) with a score of 6-4 6-4 6-4, Flavio Cobolli (world no. 53) with a score of 6-4 6-3 3-6 3-6 7-6, and Jozef Kovalik (world no. 145) with a score of 7-5 6-1 7-6. Rune is set to face off against the world no. 4, Alexander Zverev, in the fourth round, with Rune currently leading the head-to-head at 1-0. The Dane was also a finalist in Brisbane (Brisbane International) and has claimed four titles in his career – two on clay courts and two on indoor courts.
Holger Rune’s recent success has clearly showcased his dedication and talent on the court. With an impressive performance at the French Open, all eyes will be on him as he competes against Alexander Zverev in the next round.
It is evident that Rune’s hard work and commitment to his craft have placed him in a favourable position in the tennis world. As he continues to advance through the competition, it is clear that his journey in the French Open is one to watch. We eagerly anticipate witnessing the culmination of his efforts as he takes on the challenge of the next round.