“It’s gonna be wild!” Holger Rune ready to take on the Italian crowd ‘head on’ when he goes up against home favorite Fabio Fognini next

Rising tennis star Holger Rune prepares to face home favorite Fabio Fognini amid an energetic Italian crowd at the 2023 Italian Open

“It’s gonna be wild!” Holger Rune ready to take on the Italian crowd ‘head on’ when he goes up against home favorite Fabio Fognini next

Fabio Fognini and Holger Rune

Holger Rune, a promising tennis player from Denmark, is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to compete against Italian Fabio Fognini in the 2023 Italian Open’s third round, to be held on 14th May. As the seventh seed, he began his journey with a convincing win versus Arthur Fils, defeating him 6-3, 6-3.

After winning, Rune seemed excited to face 35-year-old Fognini for his next match. Despite being a fan favorite, Fognini is a volatile temperament on the court, which could add an extra layer of intensity to the match.

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“It’s gonna be wild, for sure. But, I mean, this is great because this is what’s tennis about. You already hear the football match now and this is great. This is fun. It brings tennis to another level. And I’m super excited for it,” Rune said.

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As the match against Fognini approaches, it’ll be highly expected from Rune to perform and take on the Italian crowd “head on” as he has promised. Tennis enthusiasts across the globe will be anticipating to see if the young Danish player can continue his impressive run in the tournament and establish himself as a rising star in tennis.

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Holger Rune wins in Rome opener

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Holger Rune (Credits: ATP Tours)

Holger Rune made an impressive start to his debut at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia, winning his opening match against Arthur Fils with a score of 6-3, 6-3. The young tennis player had reached his first clay-court ATP Masters 1000 final in Monte Carlo last month, followed by a disappointing early exit in Madrid. However, Rune demonstrated his resilience and determination to bounce back in Rome.

Reflecting on his victory, Rune acknowledged the challenge presented by his opponent. Fils, who is younger than Rune, made the match difficult and pushed the Danish player to his limits. Despite this, Rune was able to remain composed and focused, securing his victory and advancing to the next round.

As Rune progresses further in the Internazionali BNL d’Italia, tennis fans around the world will be watching with interest to see if he can continue his recent success and establish himself as one of the top players in the sport. The young player’s talent and determination are sure to make him a formidable opponent in the tournament and beyond.

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