A compelling third-round matchup is set at the 2026 US Open as Alex Eala prepares to take on American rising star Iva Jovic. Jovic locked in the marquee clash by sweeping past Britain’s Francesca Jones 6-4, 6-4 in a straight-sets second-round victory.
Fourth match point is the charm!
Iva Jovic closes out Francesca Jones 6-4, 6-4. pic.twitter.com/XTx6rqxfVO
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 4, 2026
Beyond their intense court rivalry, Eala and Jovic share a close personal friendship. Fans got a preview of their chemistry just ahead of the tournament during the “Stars of the Open” exhibition at Arthur Ashe Stadium. There, the close friends delighted the crowd by inviting their fathers onto the court to join them for a heartwarming mixed doubles match.
