Holger Rune's First ATP Tour Match Since Achilles Injury Set at Japan Open

After nearly a year sidelined due to a torn Achilles tendon, Holger Rune is ready for his first ATP Tour match since the injury. He recently made a strong comeback by winning two matches for Denmark in their Davis Cup tie against Bulgaria, defeating Iliyan Radulov and Grigor Dimitrov.

The 23-year-old Dane, once ranked as high as fourth in the world, now sits at 188th as he aims to climb back up the rankings. His next challenge is the Japan Open in Tokyo, where a competitive field awaits.

Rune's Japan Open Draw

• First round opponent: French player Kyrian Jacquet (first-ever meeting)
• Second round potential opponents: Casper Ruud or Luciano Darderi
• Quarterfinals possible matchup: Taylor Fritz or Lorenzo Musetti (both players Rune has beaten before)
• Semifinals likely opponent: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz
• Potential final rivals: US Open semifinalist Frances Tiafoe or rising star Rafael Jodar (20 years old)

Past Performances at Japan Open

This will be Rune's third time competing in Tokyo. He reached the semifinals in his debut appearance in 2024 but lost a close match to Arthur Fils. Last year, Rune advanced to the quarterfinals, which means he needs to defend 100 ATP points this season.

Upcoming Points to Defend

• Japan Open: 100 ATP points from last year's quarterfinal finish
• Shanghai Masters: 200 ATP points from his 2025 quarterfinal run
• Stockholm Open: 100 ATP points from reaching the semifinals before his injury

Rune’s journey back to form will begin on the courts of Tokyo, where the draw promises both challenges and opportunities as he seeks to regain his position among the tennis elite.