Danish tennis star Holger Rune secured a thrilling semifinal win against Russia's Daniil Medvedev at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells on Saturday, advancing to his first ATP Masters 1000 final since 2023. The 21-year-old claimed victory with a decisive 7-5, 6-4 result, showcasing resilience against the former World No. 1.
After breaking Medvedev early in the fifth game, Rune faced an immediate counterbreak. He regained momentum with a crucial break in the 11th game to claim the first set.
In the second set, Rune delivered a dominant love game to break again, eventually holding off Medvedev’s late challenge to seal the match.
Rune described the win as "everything," praising Medvedev’s tenacity while highlighting his own tactical execution. "Playing Daniil is one of the toughest challenges… I’m very proud of myself," he said.
In Sunday’s final, Rune will face British player Jack Draper, who stunned defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a dramatic three-set upset. Draper acknowledged Alcaraz’s shifting momentum but credited his own perseverance for securing the win. The clash promises a high-stakes showdown between two rising stars.
