Holger Rune tore his Achilles’ tendon in the semifinals of the Nordic Open against Ugo Humbert this past Saturday. Rune was leading 6-4, 2-2 when he abruptly pulled up while running to the forehand side of his baseline.
The 10th-ranked Dane retired in tears before limping off the court.
Rune confirmed the diagnosis on Sunday.
“It’s gonna be a while before I can step on court again,” the 22-year-old wrote on Instagram. “It’s tough. I had so much joy on court in Stockholm and it’s unbearable to think that I will not feel this energy for some time now.
“My Achilles is full broken on the proximal part meaning I need operation already next week and from here rehabilitation. Thank you for all your support now and always. Without you nothing would be the same. See you as soon as possible.”
tough