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Holger Rune returns to competition with win at Davis Cup tie

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Holger Rune returns to competition with win at Davis Cup tie

Summary

Holger Rune made his return to competitive tennis in Hillerød, Denmark, after 335 days out due to a ruptured left Achilles tendon. He won his first match since the injury, defeating Iliyan Radulov 6-3, 6-3 in a Davis Cup tie against Bulgaria. This comeback follows a year of recovery and missed opportunities at major tournaments. Rune expressed his emotions post-match and will play again against Grigor Dimitrov as the tie is currently tied at 1-1, with further singles rubbers still to come.

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Status Watch

•Rune last played competitively 335 days ago due to injury.
•He won against Iliyan Radulov in the Davis Cup tie.
•The tie against Bulgaria is currently level at 1-1.
•Rune's next match is against Grigor Dimitrov.
•He aims to regain form following a long recovery period.

Latest Updates

3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Grigor Dimitrov has some advice for Holger Rune after he wins on his return to tennis after 11 months out
10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Why I still believe Holger Rune can win a Grand Slam title as he returns to tennis after 11 months
7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every word an emotional Holger Rune said after winning his first match since rupturing his Achilles 335 days ago

What they're saying

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Holger Rune has made a triumphant return to competition after nearly a year out of action. Rune ruptured his left Achilles tendon during a match...
— Yahoo Sports

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Holger Rune played his first match of the year at the Davis Cup in Denmark. Last November, Rune ruptured his Achilles tendon at the Stockholm...
— Yahoo Sports