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Holger Rune Puts His Differences With Casper Ruud To Bed As He Accepts His Quirky Invitation

Published 01/05/2024, 5:38 AM EST

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Among the many events that made highlights at the Roland Garros 2022, the feud between Holger Rune and Casper Ruud was one of them. As the new tennis season started recently, bringing players into a setup of competitions again, it seems like the older beefs are meeting an end.

It has been quite a while since the rivalry between Rune and Rudd began, involving allegations that both the teams denied. As the new season came up with newer opportunities, Ruud surprisingly extended a hand of friendship towards Rune.

Casper Ruud invites Holger Rune for a dinner

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It seems that the feud that started in the locker room after a French Open match in 2022, is about to end and a new friendship is all set to unlock. The duo, despite being involved in a series of clashes, took a step towards ending their quarrel as Casper Ruud threw a friendly dinner invitation to all the competitors in Oslo for the Ultimate Tennis Showdown.

Sharing an Instagram story that included the event’s poster, Ruud wrote, “Dinner in Oslo guys? I know a good place!” Bringing a surprise to the fans, he tagged all the competitors, including Holger Rune. What became the highlight of the moment was Rune’s positive response, as he shared Ruud’s story with a simple comment that said, “100%.”

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The unexpected gesture has sparked speculation among fans and pundits, suggesting that the long-standing feud might finally be over. The tennis community eagerly awaits the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in Oslo, not just for the on-court action but also to witness whether this dinner invitation marks the beginning of a newfound camaraderie between Ruud and Rune.

A feud that involved even the parents of the players

As the debate between Holger Rune and Casper Ruud seems to have come to an end, the intensity of their feud during Roland Garros 2022 is worth remembering. The disagreement reached attained maximum heat when Rune announced a claim that Ruud taunted him in the locker room, shouting a provoking “YEEESS” directly in his face.

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As the accusation began dragging the blame towards Ruud, his dad stepped in to be a part of the debate, stating, “That’s a lie.” With Ruud’s dad backing him in the heated debate, Rune’s mom countered, mentioning that Ruud’s father wasn’t present while it all happened.

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As the reunion dinner seems to be confirmed, it still remains to be seen if it is the end of war or just a truce. What do you think? Comment your thoughts below!

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Born into a family that practically breathes tennis, I spent my early childhood days huddled together with my loved ones, watching the electrifying rallies of the legendary Rafael Nadal. Such a unique experience forged a lifelong love for the sport in me. Before joining EssentiallySports, I honed my skills while working for a regional website, covering a variety of sports.
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