Denmark's Holger Rune Confirms Achilles Rupture, Surgery Expected

Danish tennis player Holger Rune, ranked world number 11, suffered a torn Achilles tendon during his semi-final match against Ugo Humbert at the Stockholm Open. He was leading the match when he had to retire due to the injury, which his team and family confirmed as a full rupture requiring surgery. Rune announced he will undergo surgery next week, and the injury is expected to sideline him for several months, putting his participation in upcoming tournaments, including the Australian Open, in doubt. This injury also means he will miss the remainder of the tennis season, including the Swiss Indoors and his chance to qualify for the ATP Finals. Rune expressed his disappointment on social media, highlighting the difficulty of being away from the court and missing the energy he experiences during play. His recovery will involve a lengthy rehabilitation process following the operation.