Tag: Alex Eala
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Eala Stakes a Belated Auckland Comeback as Svitolina Soars and Linette Stuns Venus Williams
Eala Sparks a dramatic comeback in Auckland Alex Eala continued her meteoric rise to start the 2026 season with a gripping comeback at the ASB Classic in Auckland. In a feisty first-round showdown, the Filipino 20-year-old battled from a set down to defeat Donna Vekic 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, delivering a crowd-pleasing performance that underscored her…
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Alex Eala Reels Off Dominant Win to Reach SEA Games Semis
Asia-Pacific Star Alex Eala Advances to SEA Games Semifinals BANGKOK — Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala continued her impressive form at the 2025 Southeast Asian Games, cruising into the semifinals after a commanding 6-3, 6-1 victory over Malaysia’s Shihomi Leong at the Lawn Tennis Association courts. The win highlighted Eala’s aggressive baseline play, precise shot-making,…
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Alex Eala dominates to reach SEA Games semifinals, signaling strong campaign
Alex Eala advances to SEA Games semifinals with commanding win Bangkok — Philippine tennis star Alex Eala started her 2025 SEA Games campaign with a burst of precision and power, overpowering Malaysia’s Shihomi Leong 6-3, 6-1 at the Lawn Tennis Association courts. The straight-sets victory on Monday put Eala on course for another gold medal…
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Eala Cruises to SEA Games Semis with Dominant Win Over Leong
Firing from the Start: Eala Delivers a Clinching Performance Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala began her 2025 SEA Games campaign in spectacular fashion, storming past Malaysia’s Shihomi Leong to reach the semifinals. The match, played at the Lawn Tennis Association courts in Bangkok, ended with a decisive 6-3, 6-1 scoreline, signaling Eala’s intent to compete…
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How Alex Eala Broke Barriers for Philippine Tennis in 2025
Introduction: A Year of Barriers Falling In 2025, Alex Eala transformed expectations for Philippine tennis. The 20-year-old prodigy, who has long carried the nation’s hopes, began to translate potential into tangible breakthroughs on the world stage. Her ascent isn’t just about medals and rankings; it’s about redefining what is possible for players from the Philippines…
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Alex Eala Breaks Barriers for Philippine Tennis in 2025
Introduction: A Year of Momentum for Philippine Tennis When Alex Eala burst onto the scene as a teenager, she carried the weight of a nation hoping for its first major breakthrough on the global tennis stage. By 2025, the narrative around her career has evolved from a prodigy’s promise to a proven catalyst for change.…
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Alex Eala Makes History as First Filipino WTA Champion
Historic Victory for Alex Eala In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Alexandra ‘Alex’ Eala has achieved a historic milestone for Filipino sports. On October 2023, Eala became the first Filipino to win a Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) tournament, a feat that has sent waves of pride throughout the Philippines. Her victory came after…