Babolat Responds to Controversial Holger Rune Racket Sales

Paris, France: In a recent development, sporting goods manufacturer Babolat has broken its silence regarding the controversial sales offer of damaged rackets used by rising tennis star Holger Rune.

“We are in conversations with his agent.”

Marion Cornu, Head of Tennis Business at Babolat

Speaking to Clay Tennis, Marion Cornu, the head of Babolat’s tennis business, reassured the public that the company’s values and intentions align with the problematic situation. “It was never our intention to promote broken rackets. We have to stand in harmony with our values,” she stated.

Babolat has since removed the rackets from its online store due to the extensive media interest surrounding the issue. However, one racket has already been sold, with the proceeds generously donated to a charitable cause.

An Unintentional Distraction

Babolat has confirmed they approached Holger Rune’s representatives, aiming to resolve the matter harmoniously. The company emphasizes that it never intended to distract the young Danish player following the incident.

Rune’s Rackets: A Limited Collectible

Prior to the controversy, Babolat’s online store had heavily advertised special tennis jackets signed by Holger Rune, which included the now-controversial smash rackets. The smashed rackets, described as “ultrased collectibles,” were presented as an opportunity to own a piece of Rune’s intense on-court emotions.

Babolat’s Plan of Action

• Continue conversations with Holger Rune’s agent to resolve the issue.
• Ensure harmony with their values and work on a solution with the player’s representatives.
• Keep the public informed about the progress.

Babolat ensures that the public and Holger Rune can rely on their commitment to doing what is best in this situation, while respecting their values and the player’s focus on his performances.

Did you know? Holger Rune is currently ranked 18th in the world and has an ATP Tour win-loss record of 22-10 in 2023.

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What’s Next?

Babolat and Holger Rune’s representatives are expected to reach a mutual agreement in the coming days, with the French racket brand aiming to make amends for the unintended distraction caused to the young tennis prodigy.