Holger Rune expects to return to competitive tennis in September following a recovery from a complete rupture of the Achilles tendon sustained in October 2025, with a potential appearance at the US Open remaining a possibility, according to statements made by the player. The 23-year-old former world No. 4 confirmed that his rehabilitation has reached its final phase, though he has formally withdrawn from the upcoming ATP Masters 1000 event in Cincinnati.
Speaking on Andy Roddick’s podcast Served, Rune detailed his current physical standing and outlined a tentative comeback schedule that places an emphasis on autumn hard-court events and international team competition. While his participation in the final Grand Slam of the season—running from August 30 to September 13—remains uncertain, the player expressed optimism about his progress.
“We are looking at maybe starting my comeback with the Davis Cup at home,” Rune said during the podcast appearance, referencing a tie against Bulgaria scheduled for mid-September. “That could be a possibility. Then follow it up with Tokyo and Shanghai, I hope. That’s why we are training and increasing the volume over the next few weeks to be ready.”
Assessing the US Open Timeline and Rehabilitation Status
Rune has been sidelined from the courts after suffering the injury in October 2025. According to the player, those efforts have finally yielded tangible confidence as he ramps up his training intensity.
“Physically, I feel good, the Achilles tendon is well,” Rune stated. “I’m starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel.”
“It still misses the last small details in terms of performance, but that should be fine in the coming weeks, the next month,” Rune explained. “So I hope you will see me soon. When we get really close to that period, we will have to see: am I ready or am I not? But that’s where we are right now.”
The Road Ahead on the ATP Tour
By targeting the Davis Cup in mid-September, Rune aims to test his movement in a competitive team environment before pivoting to the Asian swing.
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Tokyo and Shanghai are targets for players seeking late-season ranking points and match sharpness. For Rune, who climbed as high as fourth in the global rankings, the upcoming weeks of high-volume practice will dictate whether the US Open fits into that return equation or if a more conservative mid-September restart takes precedence.
As the tour approaches the final major fortnight in New York, player health updates and official tournament withdrawals will continue to shape the men’s singles draw.
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