A dark cloud hangs over the ATP Tour after Holger Rune suffered a devastating injury during his semifinal match in Stockholm . The Dane, who looked poised to reach his first final since April, collapsed mid-point against Ugo Humbert while leading by a set and tied at 2–2 in the second.

The 22-year-old felt a pop in his leg and told the physio before retiring from the match. It was devastating for Rune, who was entering his favourite indoor stretch of the season.

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A day later, Rune confirmed the severity of the injury on social media , revealing that his Achilles tendon was completely ruptured and that surgery is already scheduled for next week.

“It’s gonna be a while before I can step on court again. It’s tough. I had so much joy on court in Stockholm

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