HOLGER RUNE SELLS SMASHED RACQUETS FOR FIVE FIGURES IN HIS WAY OF GIVING BACK

One of Holger Rune's two smashed racquets going up for sale. (Getty/Kenta Harada)

An official store under the name of top-eight star Holger Rune is giving away signed merchandise for a good cause.

Fans and interested buyers have the chance to purchase Rune's match-worn shirts, hats and other collectables via shopholgerrune.com.

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Attached is a hefty price, with the 22-year-old's two smashed racquets selling for a staggering A$10,880, while the undamaged racquets are priced at A$9,060.

But the profits made from sales will go towards "various charity projects".

"I’ve been working behind the scenes with my sister Alma to create a space where you can get closer to my world," Rune revealed on X.

"To everyone who follows my journey, watches my matches, sends messages, and supports me – this is for you. Your support means everything. Launching this shop is my way of sharing a bit more of my journey with you.

"Thanks for being part of the journey."

Rune has reassured fans that if they happen to miss out, there will be "more items coming" shortly.

The Dane bowed out of the Queen's Club Championships to veteran Roberto Bautista Agut in the quarters.

His Wimbledon chances have been boosted after securing a top-eight seed, with his best result at the All England Club achieved two years ago when he reached the quarter-finals.

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