Holger Rune wins 2:0 sets against Dominic Thiem in Monte Carlo

Holger Rune, world number 9, started with a prestigious victory in straight sets against Dominic Thiem in Monte Carlo.

Rune won for 33 minutes in the 1^st set 6-2 after 2 breaks from 4 chances as Dominic didn’t have a single chance to break his opponent’s serve.

🇩🇰 For the last game on Court Rainier III @holgerrune2003 did an amazing match 🆚 @domithiem 6-2 / 6-4

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The 2^nd set was much more competitive as Holger won it with only 1 break. The crucial break was when the Austrian served in the 7^th game but allowed Rune to have 5 breakpoints, and the Danish tennis player converted the 5^th chance to lead 4-3.

That was the 1^st match between Rune and Thiem on the ATP tour. Rune will face in the 3^rd round the winner from Cerundolo and Berrettini.