Welcome back to The Base Line, where we break down the latest drama and triumphs on the ATP and WTA tours. This past week, tennis fans witnessed a return to form for some familiar names — all of whom lifted trophies after prolonged waits.
🏆 Holger Rune – Barcelona Brilliance
Holger Rune made a powerful statement in Barcelona, defeating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(6), 6-2 in the final. The young Dane looked sharp throughout the tournament, also taking down Casper Ruud and Karen Khachanov en route to the title.
Rune’s victory marked his first title of the season and a reminder that he’s still very much a contender in big events, especially on clay.
💪 Ostapenko & Svitolina – Comebacks Complete
On the WTA side, both Jelena Ostapenko and Elina Svitolina returned to championship form.
- Ostapenko, known for her fearless baseline game, powered through the draw and secured her first trophy of the year.
- Svitolina, continuing her impressive comeback, captured her first title since returning from maternity leave — a huge morale boost ahead of the clay season.
What’s Next?
With Roland Garros on the horizon, all eyes now turn to the lead-up tournaments. Can these stars build on their success? Stay tuned — tennis never stops.
