Rune: "A footballer who had the same injury talked to me and returned in four months"

Pedro de Pablos | 4 Feb 2026 | 11.00

Rune: "A football player with the same injury spoke to me and returned in four months"

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In times of trouble, keep a positive attitude. That's what Holger Rune must be thinking since his Achilles tendon rupture last October. The Danish tennis player is setting a great example of how to face such a serious injury, and every passing week he is showing progress in a recovery that is going much better than expected, as confirmed in an interview with the ATP.

Despite this setback, the Danish tennis player, who remains in the top 20 of the ATP ranking, has not stopped since his surgery. He has used all kinds of methods to stay sharp and be able to train even minimally. Rune has been seen training while sitting, hitting forehands, and even doing exercises in the gym with his leg raised. Every effort is worth it to shorten the recovery time and get back on the circuit to compete for titles.

An Achilles tendon injury is one of the most serious in the world of sports, but Rune has had the support of top professionals and even other elite athletes who have been through the same situation. "A soccer player contacted me. He had the same injury and returned after four months. There are strict guidelines and steps that cannot be skipped. I'm strong and young, so I believe I will recover quickly, but it requires hard and smart work," he revealed.

Rune talks about the importance of continuing to train despite the injury

So far, there have been no complications that have hindered Holger's intentions. However, the recent weeks have been more challenging because the start of the new season has made him eager to return as soon as possible. "Right after the injury, I needed rest anyway. The first two weeks flew by. Then, things became more intense. I am very young and recovering very quickly so far."

Regarding his training, Rune considers it crucial to have taken the initiative to train at all times so that when he returns, everything will be smoother. "There is still a lot of rehabilitation to do, but just getting back on the tennis court is truly rewarding. I think it will be beneficial when I return to have maintained my swing and everything working because we don't want to suffer other injuries from being out too long. We have used the time well," he stated.

Rune admits he is recovering at a record pace

The Danish tennis player acknowledges that his competitiveness remains intact, as it is something that comes naturally even in training sessions. Yet, he has also come to understand that even in the worst situations, there is always a silver lining. "It's nice to spend more time with family and close friends. I've watched many movies, been to a soccer game, watched other sports, and tried to distract myself with things other than tennis."

Furthermore, Rune's timeline for recovery differs from that of most individuals who suffer this injury, as very few undergo surgery in such cases. "In Achilles injuries, most studies are conducted on older individuals, and many do not opt for surgery, so recovery can take a year. For athletes, it's different and faster because we have surgery. For me, surgery was the most natural choice to speed up the process in a healthy way," he revealed.

Holger reveals he has received messages from several players on the circuit

Another interesting point Holger touches on in the interview is the support he has received from certain players, confessing, "I have received nice messages from many players. Even though we are competitors, we are colleagues and want the best for each other." He also takes away a lesson from this setback. Sometimes I demand too much of myself, and that was too much for my body. In the future, I will try to see the big picture, not just the next target, to assess how I feel physically and mentally."

If everything goes as planned, in a few months, we could see one of the big names in the circuit back, a player with a special talent who promises to return stronger than ever. It cannot be said for certain if Rune will be the same until he is back on the court, but one thing is certain, he is doing everything possible to make it so.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Rune: "Me habló un futbolista con la misma lesión que regresó a los cuatro meses"