Jelena Ostapenko is in the final of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart after a dominant straight-sets win over Russia’s Ekaterina Alexandrova.
The Latvian delivered a clinical performance on the indoor clay, showcasing her trademark aggression and fearless shot-making to book a place in Sunday’s title match. The win marks a major milestone in Ostapenko’s 2025 season, as she eyes her first Stuttgart crown.
Despite the commanding victory, Ostapenko wasn’t ready to celebrate her performance as flawlessly. When asked if she had finally played the perfect match, the 2017 French Open champion gave a response that revealed her high personal standards.
“Have you ever played the perfect match?” the interviewer asked.
“I don’t think it will ever happen,” Ostapenko said with a smile. “I’m a super perfectionist. Sometimes I play unbelievably and for me it’s still not enough.”
Her comments reflect the mindset of a player who is constantly striving to reach higher levels, even when the scoreboard tells a story of dominance. It’s this drive and attention to detail that continue to push Ostapenko toward the top of the women’s game.
Jeļena Ostapenko Eyes on the Trophy
With just one match standing between her and the title, Ostapenko will head into the final full of confidence and momentum.
Her performances throughout the week have been defined by clean hitting, tactical discipline, and mental resilience — all key ingredients for success on clay.
Whether she believes in perfection, Ostapenko’s tennis has been close to it in Stuttgart. If she brings the same level to the final, she’ll have a strong chance of leaving Germany with the trophy — and perhaps a little closer to the elusive perfect match she’s always chasing.
