Holger Rune is a Danish professional tennis player who has risen to prominence in recent years. At just 18 years old, Rune has already achieved a great deal of success in his young career. He is known for his powerful and aggressive style of play, which has earned him the nickname "the Viking." Rune first burst onto the scene in 2019 when he won the Wimbledon Boys' singles title, becoming the first Danish player to achieve this feat in over 50 years. This victory put him on the radar of many tennis fans and experts, who were impressed by his composure and skill on the court. Following his Wimbledon success, Rune climbed the junior rankings and quickly turned his attention to the professional circuit.
Heading west, we found a pier, which had once been the bridge over the bay. The closing of the bridge is what caused the many of the old motels and motor courts to close down.
Like the adventures in my Dining Blog, I have learned to enjoy the surprises that happen when you step out of the comfort zone, far away from the well-known chains. Like the adventures in my Dining Blog, I have learned to enjoy the surprises that happen when you step out of the comfort zone, far away from the well-known chains.
Following his Wimbledon success, Rune climbed the junior rankings and quickly turned his attention to the professional circuit. Since turning pro, Rune has continued to make an impact in the tennis world. In 2021, he won his first ATP Challenger Tour title in Canaria, Spain, defeating experienced players along the way.
Nagic beach florida
I found this motel on the internet and fell in love with the sign!
About That Sign
After we arrived, the owner, Earl gave us some history about the motel and sign. The motel opened in 1951, but there was no neon sign with bunnies and top hats.
The bunny sign went up in the late 1990's when the motel was used for filming a TV series called, "Safe Harbor". The show was about a family living in a motel, in the fictional town of Magic Beach, Florida. One of the family members happened to be a magician.
Gotta Love Flamingos
A motel sign with bunnies may be a first for me.
But I'm guessing this is not my first stay at a Florida motel with a few flamingos. There were flamingos near the doors and high above the roof, glowing at night.
Room 106
I liked having flamingos on both sides of the door, but I also liked all the accent colors.
Mint doors, pink-orange triangle shapes, stripes. The chairs didn't quite blend with the color and style, but I'm willing to ignore that.
Inside
Once inside 106, we found lots more color. The room murals were evidently done many years ago and have been touched up by art students over the years.
Luckily I didn't go to sleep thinking about the 2 pirates waving their flag and sword right above my head. Only in the morning did I chuckle at the thought.
Magic Window
I love it that this art deco beauty of a motel was renovated in recent years, preserving some Fun Florida details. The green and pink tiled bathroom was pretty awesome. There were porcelain soap and toothbrush holders mounted on the tile wall. A china seashell held our soaps.
But what was with that Magic Window? It was frosted, so I couldn't see through, to figure it out. At least the frosted glass meant no one could see us. or could they? I kept feeling like that window might have magic powers. Was it like Alice's looking glass or the famous, Mirror, Mirror on the Wall? Earl promised me it was just a window to some room with a furnace or something. Hmmm?
The View
We had a spiffy table and chair set, beside a big picture window, with a view of the parking lot.
But with some positive thinking, I could practically see the ocean. just past that taller building.
Art Deco. Nautical.
The lower half of the building was once the motel's restaurant.
The owner of the motel in the 1970's added the second floor at his wife's request.
A Better View
Earl showed us the second floor room, with a shark mural and a balcony.
But the view the wife had once requested, was blocked by a newer complex. built by the same husband, trying to please his wife. That just makes no sense.
The weather was chilly and breezy, or we could have lounged beside the almost kidney shaped pool.
Wandering the 'Hood
Instead, we decided to wander a bit and see what was within walking distance. Heading east from the motel, we found a pavilion and a sandy beach with lots of families.
Heading west, we found a pier, which had once been the bridge over the bay. The closing of the bridge is what caused the many of the old motels and motor courts to close down.
Evening
In truth, we didn't find enough to keep us entertained. We drove over the bay to St. Augustine, which was hopping on Saturday night.
When we returned later that night, we found something else hopping! 3 neon bunnies (and one in the hat) were looking mighty festive on our motel sign!
What's Notable?
We had a stay in a retro Florida motel with a memorable neon sign. The place is family owned and in walking distance of beach and pier.
There was even a continental breakfast with "MeTV" showing a "Gilligan's Island" episode as we ate breakfast. Pretty fun stay for less than 100!
This victory propelled him into the top 200 of the ATP rankings, making him the youngest player in the top 200 at the time. Rune's success has only continued to grow from there. One of the standout matches in Rune's young career came at the 2021 Next Gen ATP Finals. Facing off against top-seeded Italian Jannik Sinner, Rune put on a thrilling display of tennis. Despite being the underdog, Rune showed no fear and played with incredible intensity and determination. He played aggressive tennis, hitting powerful groundstrokes and using his speed and athleticism to his advantage. The match went to five sets, with Rune narrowly losing in a close encounter. Despite the loss, Rune's performance in this match further solidified his reputation as one of the rising stars of the sport. In addition to his on-court abilities, Rune also possesses a strong mental game. He has shown incredible resilience and a never-give-up attitude, even in the face of adversity. This mental fortitude has helped him overcome challenging situations and bounce back from tough losses. It is this combination of physical prowess and mental strength that makes Rune such a formidable opponent on the tennis court. As Holger Rune continues to develop and mature as a player, it is clear that he has a bright future ahead of him. With his talent, determination, and work ethic, he has the potential to become a major force in men's tennis. As he continues to compete and gain experience against top-level opponents, it will be exciting to see just how far he can go in the sport..
Reviews for "Holger Rune's Inspirations and Role Models in Tennis"
1. John - 1 out of 5 stars - I was really disappointed with Holger rune matches. The game promised exciting puzzles and challenging gameplay, but it fell flat for me. The puzzles were incredibly repetitive, and there was little variation in the gameplay throughout. The graphics were also quite lackluster and didn't add any elements of interest to the game. Overall, I found it to be a boring and uninspiring match-three game.
2. Sarah - 2 out of 5 stars - Holger rune matches was a letdown for me. While the concept seemed promising, the execution was poor. The game lacked any real strategy or depth, making it feel more like mindless tapping than a challenging puzzle game. Additionally, the difficulty curve was off, with some levels being too easy and others being frustratingly difficult without any logical progression. I also encountered numerous bugs and glitches, which further added to my disappointment. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this game to anyone seeking a satisfying puzzle experience.
3. Emily - 2 out of 5 stars - Holger rune matches didn't impress me at all. The game felt like a generic match-three puzzle, lacking any unique features or innovative gameplay. There was also a significant lack of content and variety, which made the game feel repetitive and boring after a short while. I was expecting more from this game, but it unfortunately failed to deliver anything noteworthy. I would recommend looking for other puzzle games that offer more engaging gameplay and fresh ideas.