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Disaster for Rune in the final: "That's life"

The tennis star Holger Rune lost the final in the ATP tournament Indian Wells in California with clear numbers against Jack Draper from the United Kingdom, 2–6, 2–6.

» Updated: March 17 2025 at 01:40

» Published: March 17 2025 at 24:02

Disaster for Rune in the final: "That's life"
Photo: Mark J. Terrill/AP/TT

The Dane never really got into the match – after just 14 minutes of play, Draper had taken the lead with 4–0 and then didn't let go until victory was a fact.

It's been two good weeks for my part. It never feels good when you don't manage to take it all the way to the goal, but that's life sometimes, said Rune in his interview after the match.

For Draper, the Indian Wells title is his third title overall since he turned pro and clearly the biggest so far.

This was not something I had counted on. I have worked hard for a long time and am happy and grateful to be able to play, said the Briton in his victory interview.

The 23-year-old from London has been considered one of the most talented players in his generation since his junior days, but has also struggled with long-term injury problems.

However, over the past year, things have really taken off for Draper, who, with this victory, climbs to seventh place on the world ranking, his best career placement.

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