Overview
- The 22-year-old Dane retired from the Stockholm ATP 250 semifinal against Ugo Humbert after acute pain in his left ankle following a first-set win.
- Rune announced on social media that the Achilles tendon is completely torn and said he will undergo surgery next week before starting rehabilitation.
- Outlets report recovery timelines typically range from four to six months, suggesting a likely return in spring 2026.
- Jack Draper and Taylor Fritz argued that dense scheduling and slower balls and courts are driving more injuries and burnout.
- Rune’s mother, Aneke, criticized ATP rules on mandatory events and bonus penalties, calling the system punitive and harmful to player recovery.