In the second round of the ATP Rotterdam tournament, Holger Rune faced a formidable challenge, not just from his opponent but from his own body. The Danish tennis player struggled with a fever that ultimately impacted his performance.
Rune, who was set to face World No. 14 Carlos Alcaraz in the next round, found himself battling Pedro Martinez instead. Despite his best efforts, Rune’s fever made it difficult for him to keep up with Martinez’s pace. After the opening set, Rune even sought medical attention but continued to play. Unfortunately, he couldn’t match his opponent’s intensity and ended up losing the match 6-4, 6-1.
In a post-match tweet, Rune expressed his frustration and disappointment: “Tough night. Did my best but couldn’t fight my fever down. Hope to be fresh soon. Thank you Holland for your support.” His fans and supporters have been quick to show their sympathy and encouragement, hoping for a swift recovery.
Rune’s struggle with illness is not new. Earlier this year, he faced similar issues at the Hopman Cup, where he also had to deal with a fever and pain in his wrist and upper back. Despite these setbacks, Rune has shown resilience and determination, bouncing back from previous challenges to reach impressive milestones in his career.
Holger Rune in 2025
Currently ranked no.14, Rune played his last match on the 6th of February when he lost to world no.44 Pedro Martinez Portero 6-4 6-1 in the 2nd round in Rotterdam (draw).
This season Holger owns a composed 5-4 record.