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Alex Eala Makes History: First Filipina to Reach WTA Eastbourne Finals

Alexandra “Alex” Eala has become the first Filipina Tennis player ever to reach a WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) final. She secured her spot by defeating fellow qualifier Varvara Gracheva in a tough semifinal match at the Lexus Eastbourne Open, with a final score of 7-5, 2-6, 6-3.

Eala will face 19-year-old Australian Maya Joint for the championship title this Saturday, June 28th.

You watch some of the game highlights featuring Alexandra Eala vs. Varvara Gracheva from the Eastbourne Semifinal 2025.