ATP Paris Masters: Holger Rune vs Daniel Altmaier; Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction

The prestigious title of the ATP Paris Masters is on the line and some of the best players in the world will battle it out for supremacy. One among them will be the upcoming Danish sensation, Holger Rune. With the tournament advancing to the round of 16, the action-packed madness seems to have been doubled. Looking to make an impact in Paris, Rune will be locking horns next against the German Daniel Altmaier.

With a quarter-final spot on the line for either of them, who could make his way into the next round? Will it be the 20-year-old Danish player or the German powerhouse? Let’s find out!

Holger Rune vs Daniel Altmaier: Preview

When it comes to the upcoming sensations in tennis, there is hardly anyone who will disregard Holger Rune. Having made a switch in his coaching staff straight after the US Open with Boris Becker coming in, Rune has started to witness some crucial results after he managed to make it through to the semi-finals of the Swiss Indoors Cup.

Not only this, but some of the major performances of his career this year include a title triumph at the Bavarian International, a finals appearance at the Italian Open, and the Monte-Carlo Masters. Looking to continue his hot run of form, he would be looking to get past his German opponent and make sure that he does it in style.

On the other hand, his opponent, Daniel Altmaier has had a year full of ups and downs. His win against Arthur Fils at the Paris Masters’ first round was his first since the second-round defeat at the US Open. Thus, the indications are clear that Altmaier seems to be struggling with his form in the recent few months. However, Paris Masters will give him an amazing opportunity to turn things around.

Holger Rune vs Daniel Altmaier: Head-to-head

Interestingly, these two players have never faced off against each other in their tennis careers. The Paris Masters encounter will be their first-ever clash and both players will be looking to start straight with a win. As they clash for the first time, there is an element of unpredictability, however, the one who wins will surely receive a massive headstart.

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Prediction: Holger Rune to take the victory home in straight sets

With the form that Holger Rune has displayed ever since a change in his coaching staff, he looks in a more comfortable spot to take the win home and secure a set in the next round. His recent performance at the Swiss Indoors, where he managed to make it to the semi-finals was just the proof of that.

But his German opponent will give in his everything to make sure that he has a chance to turn things around. However, despite this, the 20-year-old Danish player has a strong hand over his German opponent. But, it is only time that will reveal who among the two makes it through. What are your views on this? Who do you think will win the match? Do let us know in the comments below!

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