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Rune speeds up his return by training at maximum intensity after ten months out

Diego Jiménez Rubio - 1 Aug 2026
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Holger Rune trains with intensity. Photo: Instagram

Holger Rune is getting closer to returning to competition. The Danish player continues his training in Monte Carlo, and the latest images shared on his social media invite optimism. Almost ten months after tearing his Achilles tendon, the former world number four has completed the most intense training since he started his recovery process, fueling hopes of a return very soon.

In recent months, there have been several attempts at a comeback, but the feelings were never good enough to take the definitive step. This time, however, the outlook seems different.

Cincinnati remains the main objective

The images show Rune working with very high intensity, performing explosive movements and physically pushing himself on the court, something that had not been seen until now since he began his conditioning.

 

The main goal remains to be ready in time for the Cincinnati Masters 1000, a tournament that would allow him to regain competitive rhythm before the US Open. After such a long absence, playing some official matches before the last Grand Slam of the year would provide a significant boost both from a tennis and mental perspective.

However, in the player's camp, they are maintaining caution. After several frustrating attempts to return, no one wants to rush things or take unnecessary risks with such a delicate injury as the Achilles tendon.

If he ultimately cannot make it to Cincinnati or the US Open, the outlook remains positive. All signs indicate that Rune will be in a position to compete during the final stretch of the season, using these last months of the year to accumulate matches again, regain confidence, and reconnect with his competitive feelings.

At 23 years old, the Danish player remains one of the most promising talents on the tour, and the main goal is to put a physical ordeal that has kept him away from the courts for almost ten months definitely behind him. The latest images from Monte Carlo invite optimism and suggest that the Danish beast is getting closer to being unleashed.

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