Boris’ bad boy rep no problem for Rune

Boris Becker’s past criminal record and ongoing ban from the UK is absolutely no problem for Holger Rune, coached since the autumn by the six-time Grand Slam winner.

The 56-year-old German who served less than a year’s jail time in London after being convicted in 2017 on fraudulent bankruptcy charges was released a year ago – but is not now not allowed entry to Britain.

Even if it means his new mentor will miss next summer’s Wimbledon fortnight, the eighth-ranked Rune is more than pleased with his selection of a coach.

“Whatever he’s doing off the court, I don’t need to have an opinion on that because I hired him to coach me, not to do anything else,” the Dane said as he plans the start of his New Year Australian tennis campaign.

“He’s a great guy. He’s a really good man. I think if people (make mistakes) about that.

“He has a great heart and he’s a great coach.”

Rune, who played last month’s ATP Finals for the firts tiem under Becker’s tutelage, added: 

“He helped me a lot  because I had the tough middle of the season with everything. He came and we started improving again

“He’s a great guy, a great coach, I’m excited for the future.”

Main photo:- Boris Becker coached Holger Rune at ATP Masters 2023 in Turin.

Bill Scott

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