Luca Van Assche claims first ATP title in Estoril

French 22‑year‑old Luca Van Assche captured his maiden ATP 250 trophy at the Estoril Open in Portugal, defeating Belgium's Alexander Blockx 6‑4, 4‑6, 7‑5 in a wind‑marked final. The win lifts Van Assche to a career‑high world No. 48.

In an interview he said the windy conditions made serving difficult, but he found balance by staying solid and aggressive. He highlighted the importance of rigorous recovery and physical conditioning, noting that his fitness lets him play at a very high level, while lapses can lead to defeat. Van Assche described the title as a key milestone after his 2021 junior Roland‑Garros win, and sees it as a step toward greater consistency on the tour.