Alex Eala is becoming one of tennis' true giant slayers. Beating the World No. 3 and defending Wimbledon champion isn't just another upset it proves that world-class talent can come from the Philippines when given the opportunity.
Last year, she lost to the same opponent. This year, she came back, got the win, and even had the crowd sing "Happy Birthday" to her coach. You can't script a better full-circle moment than that. Growth. Redemption. And a memory that'll last forever. Take a bow, Alex Eala.
Alex Eala is a different kind of beast. The composure, the fight, the shot making. She really went toe-to-toe with Elena Rybakina like she belonged there, because she does 🇵🇭🎾
MANILA!!!⭐️i’m soooo excited to visit the Philippines for the 1st time for a very special Silver Star Show on the GUTS world tour on October 5th, presented by @AmericanExpress. https://t.co/FGllYiR0LN