WATCH: Holger Rune makes ‘one of the best shots ever seen’ in big Stefanos Tsitsipas upset

By celebrityinfo.online On Mar 12, 2025

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Holger Rune delivered a stunning performance at Indian Wells, highlighted by an incredible “tweener” winner, as he defeated eighth-seeded Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4, 6-4.

Rune’s victory over Tsitsipas, who entered the match on a seven-match winning streak, was punctuated by a remarkable shot during the second set. Facing break points, Rune executed a perfect through-the-legs lob, a “tweener,” that commentators hailed as “one of the best shots ever seen.” After winning the match, Rune expressed his eagerness to rewatch the point on his phone.

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Entering the match as the underdog, despite a 3-0 head-to-head record against Tsitsipas, Rune had struggled with form and illness leading up to Indian Wells. In contrast, Tsitsipas was riding high after winning his 12th career title in Dubai.

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However, Rune showcased his ability to compete with top players, delivering a confident and mature performance. The pivotal moment came in the second set when, leading by a set and a break, Rune faced two break points. He saved the first with his sensational tweener. Chasing a ball to the back of the court, he hit it through his legs, lobbing Tsitsipas and landing perfectly on the baseline for a winner. Rune celebrated the shot, encouraging the crowd’s applause.

“Oh he’s done it! Rune with the through-the-legs lob,” Sky Sports commentator Jonathan Overend exclaimed. “I cannot believe we’ve just seen him hit that. Down break point and he’s just gone for the most outrageous shot and made it,” Annabel Croft replied. “That’s one of the best shots I’ve ever seen. A ridiculous shot to go for, particularly when you consider the scoreline.”

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Rune saved the second break point and went on to win the match, marking his first victory over a top-10 player on an outdoor hard court. Croft remarked, “I think that match will be remembered for that outrageous winner. The tweener between the legs. I think we’re going to remember that forever.”

Rune himself was thrilled with the shot, stating, “I think the tweener is more exciting to talk about! The tweener, that’s the first thing I want to check when I check my phone. That was better than expected.”

He was also pleased with his overall performance, adding, “I think it was an extremely good match from my side from start to finish. I stayed very committed to my game plan and again, mentally, I was very, very good. I think that’s what made the difference in how composed I could stay because obviously Stef is back in shape, I think it’s fair to say, and it was a cool battle.”

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Rune now faces Tallon Griekspoor in the quarterfinals, a player he has never defeated. “I’m excited, I’m looking forward to that,” he said. “Tallon is really in shape right now, he’s been playing great, I saw the match against Zverev. He’s going for it so that’s always a dangerous player to play against.”

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