Holger Rune, hailing from Denmark, has made a significant impact in the world of tennis. Starting his professional journey in 2014, he caught attention by winning the Danish U12 mixed doubles championship. With impressive dedication and hard work, Rune quickly established himself as a rising star, earning a respectable ATP ranking of 145th globally.
As one of the most promising young talents in tennis, he continues to strive for success in the professional circuit. He is just 20 years old but still made a name for himself across the globe which is a remarkable achievement for such a tender age.
Early Life
Holger Rune was born on 29th April 2003 to Aneke Rune and Anders Nødskov, who is the CEO and creator of the remarkable organization YachtZap. He has 1 sister named Alma. Holger began playing tennis at the age of six, following in the footsteps of his sister, who had taken up the sport professionally.
Holger developed an unbreakable connection with all of his family members as he grew up. As a result, he chooses to spend his holidays and vacations with his family. Holger gives credit to his mother Aneke for all his achievements. Same as other players of his generation, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are his idols.
Rune excels in both athletics and extracurricular activities, as well as academics. In his hometown, he attended a local school. He is all set to continue schooling after having completed high school. Regarding his academic background, Rune plans to get a good education further and graduate from some recognized university.
Holger Rune Career
Holger started his professional tennis vocation in 2020 when he was just 16 after he won the title of Danish U12 champion in mixed doubles with Clara Tauson in 2014. Following that, in 2016, Holger enrolled at Mourattoglou Academy in the south of France to pursue tennis training.
In 2021, Holger won three challenges: Biella, San Marino, and Verona. He won the 2017 European U14 singles title and the 2019 European U14 singles championship, becoming the youngest tennis player from Denmark to do so. He also won the 2019 French Open Boys Singles championship on June 8, 2019, by defeating Toby Alex Kodat.
In 2021, Rune is ranked world no. 145 (career-high) and has a 55-17 win-loss record. Holger competed in the US Open, defeating Lukas Lacko, Mitchell Krueger, and Mats Moraing. In addition, he holds four titles: 2021 Bressuire, Biella 7 Challenger, San Marino Challenger, and Verona Challenger.
Holger made his ATF debut as a wildcard entry at the Argentina Open in March of 2021. Despite the fact that he did not win, it was a significant stride forward in his career. In June of 2021, he won his first ATP Challenger title in Biella. Holger reached the quarter-final of the French Open 2022 where he was defeated by Casper Ruud.
Holger Rune Biography |
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| Real Name | Holger Vitus Nødskov Rune |
| Birth Date | April 29, 2003 |
| Age (as of 2022) | 20 Years |
| Birth Place | Gentofte, Denmark |
| Profession | Professional Tennis Player |
| College | – |
| Qualification | – |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches – 6’ 2” – in Centimeters – 188 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms – 77 kg – in Pounds – 169 lbs |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
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Family |
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| Father | Anders Nødskov. |
| Mother | Aneke Rune |
| Sister | One (Alma) |
| Brother | – |
Relationship Status |
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| Marital Status | Single |
| Affair | No |
| Who is his girlfriend? | – |
Personal life
Despite his success in the tennis world, Holger Rune maintains a private personal life, choosing to keep it out of the public eye. He portrays himself as dedicated solely to his career and gives no indication of being in a romantic relationship.
However, Rune has recently made a splash on social media, particularly on Instagram, where he can be found under the username @holgerrune. Holger is about to achieve the milestone of 500k followers on his Instagram account. He uses it as a platform to keep his fans updated on both his professional achievements and glimpses into his personal life.
Holger Rune Net worth
Holger Rune, renowned for his relentless work ethic, has successfully amassed a net worth of approximately $6 million through his unwavering dedication. As a highly skilled tennis player, his annual income falls within the range of $100,000 to $500,000. With his impressive achievements, both in terms of fame and fortune, Holger has acquired the means to indulge in a luxurious lifestyle independently.
Trivia
- In M15 Manacor, M25 Villena, and the Oeiras 4 Challenger, the Dane was a finalist.
- Holger insisted on competing in tournaments that were clearly beyond his years as a child.
- According to reports, Rune is the best male singles player in Denmark.
- Holger was named the youngest player to compete in the Ultimate Tennis Shutdown in June 2020. (UTS). There, he beat tennis player Corentin Moutet.
