Danish Tennis Player Holger Rune in Controversy
Danish tennis player Holger Rune is drawing attention for his alleged off-court conduct following revelations from fellow WTA competitor Anna Kalinskaya. The young star, despite a challenging season featuring a significant victory at the 2025 Barcelona Open, is now amidst controversy related to his personal interactions with other players.
Incidents and Reactions
A few weeks past, WTA athlete Veronika Kudermetova highlighted an encounter where she felt compelled to remind Rune about her marital status and her age when he reached out to her. This incident set the stage for Kalinskaya’s recent comments on the First&Red Show, where she discussed the persistence of certain ATP players in attempting to initiate conversations online.
“I’ll say it now…. Holger Rune. He writes to everyone. He deserves all this, thinks too much of himself. Maybe he’s just that hopeless, but he’s not the only one.”
Her remarks, made with a sense of humor, nevertheless carried a sting, marking yet another public critique of Rune.
Rune’s Response
In response to the backlash, Rune took to social media to express that Kalinskaya had misconstrued his intentions. He responded to an X account that highlighted her comments, clarifying:
“Ha ha ha. We might have cultural differences that make Anna read a comment on a story as an invitation to a date. If I want to go on a date, I ask for a date. Don’t worry.”
This defense, however, raises questions regarding the actual content of the messages exchanged between the two, as the context remains unclear.
Support and Speculation
Despite the public discussions surrounding the issue, some fans of Rune came to his aid, arguing that Kalinskaya’s decision to name him was unnecessary and could have stemmed from a misunderstanding. In the backdrop of this drama, Kalinskaya’s past relationships with prominent ATP players like Nick Kyrgios and Jannik Sinner only add intrigue to her statements. Her brief romantic involvement with Kyrgios in 2020 ended swiftly, while her relationship with Sinner, which saw her supporting him at competitions, lasted throughout 2024.
Their breakup timeline has not been clearly defined, but it came to light especially after Sinner’s less stellar performance in the recent US Open final, which he contested without her presence in his support box. In that match, Carlos Alcaraz showcased an impressive display to secure victory over Sinner, leaving many to speculate on how personal matters might affect professional outcomes.
