"after holding" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It can be used to denote a sequence of events; for example, "After holding the door open for her, he continued down the hall."
Cai himself appeared soon after, holding a cup of tea.
Dallas prices fell in September after holding flat in August.
Evans dashed for the bathroom after holding for 4-5.
After holding the Cougars, the Sooners started from their 11.
After holding these positions for only a few minutes, she then re-tested their hormone levels.
After holding one last convention in 1873, the National Labor Union collapsed and disappeared.
After holding to open the second set, Murray broke Federer at love.
Ms. Brasel was hired 17 years ago, after holding a string of minimum-wage jobs.
After holding, Sharapova doubled over in relief while fist-pumping to her box.
Massachusetts, where Mr. Romney was governor, will award 41 delegates after holding its primary.
After holding to go up 5-4, Keys fell behind 30-15.
