Boris Becker resigns as the coach of Holger Rune and shares a heartfelt message on his social media account for both the player and the fans.
In a surprising turn of events, the former German tennis player steps down from his position as the head coach on Tuesday (February 6, 2024). The partnership between Becker and Rune, which started last year, was expected to be a winning combination with a young player and a legendary coach coming together.
Becker took to his online platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), to explain the reasons behind his decision to step down as the coach.
“I would like to announce that I am resigning as the head coach of Holger Rune with immediate effect. Our initial goal was to reach the ATP Finals by the end of last year, but I have come to realize that in order for this partnership to be successful, I would need…”
Although the exact reasons for Becker’s departure are not yet known, it is believed that his other professional commitments played a role. As of now, Holger Rune has not made any official statement regarding the coach’s departure.
Throughout his career, the Danish player has worked with various coaches. Becker was the latest addition, with the aim of reaching the ATP Finals by the end of the year. However, this goal was not achieved, as Rune was defeated by another young talent. Additionally, Becker’s absence during the Australian Open had a negative impact on Rune’s performance in the tournament. The young professional was eliminated in the second round by…
With Becker no longer coaching Rune, the player will have to find a new coach. This situation poses several challenges for the young player, especially with multiple tournaments lined up back-to-back. Furthermore, with the Olympics taking place this year, it will be a tough period for the Danish player.
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