The 2019 Wimbledon final between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic will go down in history as an iconic match that has long inspired and influenced the next generation of tennis stars. Holger Rune, an up-and-coming ATP player, recently opened up about his admiration for the clash. The tennis ace confessed that he re-watched the unforgettable masterpiece. He wishes to prepare himself for a successful run on the grass court.

The young Dane was captivated by the almost balletic coordination of Federer and Djokovic. The clips prompted him to analyze his court positioning and focus on strengthening his legs as a result.

Holger Rune gains grass-court insights from Roger Federer vs. Djokovic 2019 Wimbledon showdown

Holger Rune, currently playing at Queen’s, opened up about his thorough study of the 2019 Wimbledon Final between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. He noticed how the athletes moved so gracefully on the grass court, exhibiting remarkable balance and poise. He realized the extreme importance of maintaining equilibrium on such a slippery surface. Rune stressed about the vital role it plays in elevating a player’s performance. Rune was impressed with their dexterity, gliding across the court with minimal adjustment steps. This type of level-headed agility is an unrivaled advantage when competing on grass.

The 2019 Wimbledon final was a thrilling encounter – one that captivated fans around the world. In an epic battle, the stars played five sets of captivating tennis that pushed each other to their limits. After nearly five hours of enthralling play, Federer had two match points. However, Djokovic ultimately prevailed in the decisive fifth-set tiebreak – displaying a relentless determination and skill set worthy of praise.

In his recent interview, he shared,”I was watching Roger against Novak. This epic final where Roger had those match points and stuff. I was watching a little bit of their movements on the side, and honestly, it looks like they are playing on hard courts because they are so balanced. It doesn’t look like they have to make those adjustment steps in the side which you see many players do.”

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The Dane also explained, “I have been trying to be like really, really strong on my legs in the side so I don’t have to run one, two, three more steps. I think it’s a lot about balance and strength in the legs. I told my fitness coach, and we have been working on this every day to activate the glutes, the legs, everything to be able to be stronger.”

To maximize his potential, Rune works to combine balance, power, and agility, inspired by the seamless and graceful movements of these all-time greats. The young star seeks to hone his grass-court game and break through into the upper echelons of professional tennis.

Rune recently shared views on Federer’s on-court persona

In a recent interview, Rune discussed the contrasting player behaviors and distanced himself from any “naughty” labels. He emphasized his dedication to tennis, rejecting the notion of being a “naughty boy.” When asked about Federer’s rebellious youth, Rune denied it. He highlighted about Federer’s transformation into the perfect player.

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Rune also shared details regarding Djokovic and recognized some similarities. However, he stressed the differences that set the two stars apart. Rune respected Djokovic’s abilities but acknowledged his journey to reach the Serbian’s level. He concluded by emphasizing that each player possesses distinct attributes contributing to their achievements.