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Holger Rune handed fresh opportunity after back-to-back ATP Tour defeats since comeback

Holger Rune has received a wild card for the European Open Brussels ATP 250 as he continues searching for his first ATP Tour victory since returning from a serious Achilles injury.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 2:30 AM
Holger Rune handed fresh opportunity after back-to-back ATP Tour defeats since comeback
Key Things to Know
  • Holger Rune received a wild card for the European Open Brussels following consecutive opening-round ATP Tour defeats.
  • The Danish player is seeking his first ATP Tour victory after an 11-month Achilles injury rehabilitation.
  • Rune lost to Kyrian Jacquet in Tokyo and fell 6-1, 6-7(5), 4-6 to Daniel Altmaier in Shanghai.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Holger Rune has received a wild card for the European Open Brussels ATP 250 tournament scheduled for October 19 to 25. The former world No. 4 is still seeking his first ATP Tour victory since returning from an 11-month layoff caused by an Achilles injury, having suffered opening-round defeats in both Tokyo and Shanghai.

Rune previously won two Davis Cup matches for Denmark in September, defeating Iliyan Radulov and Grigor Dimitrov. However, he subsequently lost to Kyrian Jacquet in Tokyo and Daniel Altmaier in Shanghai, prompting his focus on gaining competitive rhythm before the 2027 season begins.

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