In challenging conditions, with windy weather and multiple rain interruptions disrupting the rhythm of the match, Eala showed resilience and composure to stay focused throughout a hard-fought semi-final. After taking the opening set, the Filipina responded strongly to Masarova’s fightback, raising her level in the decider to secure a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 victory and book her place in the final.
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Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala secured a spot in her first final of the season after surviving a grueling, rain-delayed semifinal clash against Switzerland’s Rebeka Masarova at the Birmingham Open.
The top-seeded Eala demonstrated immense composure on the grass courts of the Edgbaston Priory Club, ultimately defeating the resilient Swiss qualifier in a three-set thriller, 6-2, 4-6, 6-3.
Eala standardly dominated the opening set, coasting to a quick 6-2 lead. However, world No. 132 Masarova found her rhythm in the second set, matching Eala’s intensity and breaking the Filipina to force a deciding third set.
The final set turned into a true test of endurance, punctuated by two separate weather disruptions. Eala was leading 5-2 in the decider when a heavy downpour halted play for over an hour. When the players returned to Centre Court, Masarova managed to hold her serve to extend the match. Undeterred, the 21-year-old Filipina held her nerve, closing out the match with decisive forehand winners to seal the victory.
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With this hard-fought triumph, Eala advances to the second WTA 125 final of her career, where she will face her former doubles partner, Nikola Bartunkova of the Czech Republic. The 2026 Birmingham Open Finals will be this June 7th.
Top-seeded Filipina tennis star Alex Eala put on a dominant performance at the 2026 Birmingham Open, sweeping past Thailand’s Mananchaya Sawangkaew in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2, to secure her spot in the tournament’s final four.
The world No. 37 controlled the pace of the quarterfinal match from the outset. Eala took the opening set in 48 minutes, showcasing sharp baseline play and converting critical breakpoints. She carried that momentum cleanly into the second set, breaking Sawangkaew to take a commanding 4-2 lead before closing out the match. The victory allowed Eala to avenge a previous career loss to the Thai player and level their head-to-head record at 1-1.
OUTSTANDING Alex Eala in Birmingham 🤯#LexusBirminghamOpen pic.twitter.com/wc0pEiLoMo
— LTA (@the_LTA) June 4, 2026
With this commanding win, Eala advances to the semifinals of the WTA 125 event. Up next, she will face Switzerland’s Rebeka Masarova as she continues her strong push for the grass-court title.
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The G.O.A.T is BACK 🐐@serenawilliams is officially returning to the stage 💚
Watch Serena's return at the #HSBCChampionships, Queen's Club from June 8th! pic.twitter.com/aNSswV7bjP
— wta (@WTA) June 1, 2026
In a stunning announcement that has electrified the sports world, tennis icon Serena Williams has revealed she is returning to professional competition. Widely regarded as the “Greatest Of All Time”, Williams brings an unparalleled legacy back to the court.
Her historic resume includes a staggering 23 Grand Slam singles titles—the most in the Open Era—alongside 14 major doubles titles and four Olympic gold medals. Having spent 319 weeks (third-most of all time), ranked as the world No. 1, her fierce competitiveness and dominant powerful serve have defined generations of tennis. Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the next chapter of this legendary career.
Sunshine double SECURED! 💪@SabalenkaA defeats Gauff in a three-set epic, 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 to take home the trophy in Miami 🤩@MiamiOpen | #MiamiOpen pic.twitter.com/kSebJ0ujtU
— wta (@WTA) March 28, 2026
In a high-stakes showdown in Miami, Aryna Sabalenka defeated home favorite Coco Gauff 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 to claim her second consecutive Miami Open title. The victory marks a historic milestone for Sabalenka, as she becomes the first woman since Iga Swiatek in 2022 to complete the prestigious “Sunshine Double”—winning both Indian Wells and Miami in a single season.
The sunshine belongs to Aryna ☀️@SabalenkaA | @MiamiOpen | #MiamiOpen pic.twitter.com/vvvs6b5QAT
— wta (@WTA) March 28, 2026
This triumph marks Sabalenka’s 24th career WTA singles title, further cementing her dominance on hard courts. Despite Gauff’s spirited comeback in the second set, Sabalenka’s relentless power ultimately overwhelmed the young American in the decider.
Next for Sabalenka, Gauff and the rest of the tour will be clay season and games will shift to Europe mainly in Madrid and Rome and, of course, the French Open.
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Alex Eala’s 2026 Miami Open campaign came to an abrupt end as the Filipina standout was overwhelmed by higher-seeded Karolína Muchová, 6-0, 6-2, in their Round of 16 clash. The lopsided defeat marked the exit for the 20-year-old Eala from the same tournament that fueled her breakthrough last year, when she stunned several Top 10 players en route to a semifinal finish.
Flying into the quarterfinals 🛫
Karolina Muchova defeats Eala 6-0, 6-2 to continue her terrific start to 2026.#MiamiOpen pic.twitter.com/ER6vrliCzJ
— wta (@WTA) March 23, 2026
Despite Eala’s impressive run—which included victories over Laura Siegemund and Magda Linette—she struggled to find an answer for Muchova’s versatile power game. While Eala exits the tournament with $105,720 in prize money, Muchova moves on to the quarterfinals, maintaining her dominant 2026 form.
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VOLUME UP! 📣
Alex Eala is into the next round after defeating Linette in straight sets!#MiamiOpen pic.twitter.com/cZaZlPYeXV
— wta (@WTA) March 21, 2026
Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala continued her impressive run at the 2026 Miami Open, defeating Poland’s Magda Linette in a hard-fought Round of 32 clash. Eala, currently ranked world No. 29, secured a 6–3, 7–6(2) victory at the Hard Rock Stadium.
The match showcased Eala’s growing maturity; she dominated the first set with aggressive returns before weathering a resilient comeback from the veteran Linette in the second. By clinching the tiebreak, Eala leveled their career head-to-head record at 2–2. She now advances to the Round of 16 to face 13th seed Karolina Muchova.
Game highlights;
Something about Eala in Miami! ☀️
Eala fights back to defeat Siegemund in a thrilling three set battle. #MiamiOpen pic.twitter.com/vGSU5yx68j
— wta (@WTA) March 19, 2026
Filipino tennis star Alexandra Eala advanced to the third round of the 2026 Miami Open after coming from a set down to defeat Germany’s Laura Siegemund 6-7 (8), 6-3, 6-3 — the longest match of her career. WTA The grueling contest lasted three hours and 20 minutes, making it the joint-fifth longest tour-level match of 2026. WTA
World No. 29 Eala raced to a 3-0 lead early, but the veteran Siegemund clawed back, eventually stealing the first set in a tiebreaker after Eala squandered multiple set points.
Eala, however, regrouped to dominate the next two sets 6-3, 6-3. Her aggressive baseline play and improved physical conditioning proved decisive against the 38-year-old Siegemund. This hard-fought victory marks the longest match of Eala’s career, propelling her into the third round as she continues her impressive rise on the WTA tour.
lex Eala’s next opponent in the Round of 32 at the 2026 Miami Open is Magda Linette from Poland. Linette secured her place in the third round by defeating world No. 3 Iga Swiatek in a comeback victory (1-6, 7-5, 6-3).
Game Highlights
Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala continued her historic run at the 2026 BNP Paribas Open, securing a gritty 7-5, 4-6, 7-5 victory over Ukraine’s Dayana Yastremska. In a marathon match lasting nearly three hours, the 20-year-old Eala showcased immense mental fortitude and focus, particularly in the deciding set.
After falling behind 4-5 in the third, Eala broke back immediately, capitalizing on Yastremska’s errors with her serve. The veteran Ukrainian committed a number of costly double faults throughout the game, including one that set up Eala’s fourth match point in a tense 12th game. With this win, Eala will move on to a highly anticipated third-round rematch against world No. 4 Coco Gauff. Gauff routed Eala in the semifinals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in the UAE.
Here are the match highlights between Eala and Yastremska;
Here’s Eala on her upcoming rematch with Coco Gauff;
Alex Eala on playing Coco Gauff next Rd – a tough opponent playing in home court but I’m ready 🇵🇭💪 pic.twitter.com/oABnrVvvzE
— Dyan Castillejo (@DYANCASTILLEJO) March 7, 2026
Another day at the office! 💼@CocoGauff secures her spot in the final four after defeating Eala in straight sets. #DDFTennis pic.twitter.com/830LLx4neW
— wta (@WTA) February 19, 2026
Coco Gauff literally gave Alex Eala a tennis clinic.
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Coco Gauff delivered a masterclass as far as bounce back performances are concerned with a dominant 6-0, 6-2 victory over Alexandra Eala on Thursday night to advance to the Dubai semifinals for the second time. She’ll face Elina Svitolina, who outlasted Antonia Ruzic in three sets to reach the last four.
Take a bow Alexandra Eala 👏👏👏#AlexandraEala | #DDFTennis pic.twitter.com/ey3HwrcGhJ
— wta (@WTA) February 17, 2026
Checkout the game highlights;
Elina Svitolina is the eventual champions of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala has made history again. The 20-year-old moved into the quarterfinals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships after defeating Romania’s Sorana Cîrstea in straight sets, 7-5, 6-4.
Eala showed great focus throughout the match. After a close first set, she took control in the second, leading 5-1. Although Cîrstea tried to come back, Eala stayed calm to finish the win. This victory follows her huge upset over world No. 8 Jasmine Paolini. Eala will now face world No. 4 Coco Gauff in the next round.
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Post game interview;
Continuing to make history! 😤👏#DDFTennis pic.twitter.com/0Vn5CO81bB
— wta (@WTA) February 18, 2026
Filipina tennis sensation Alexandra “Alex” Eala delivered thrilling performance at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Tuesday, upsetting World No. 8 and former champion Jasmine Paolini in straight sets, 6-1, 7-6(5).
Dominating the first set, Eala showed remarkable poise under the lights. Despite a spirited comeback from Paolini in the second, the 20-year-old Filipina held her nerve in a high-quality tiebreak to secure her third career victory over a Top 10 opponent.
Eala now advances to the Round of 16, where she will face Romania’s Sorana Cirstea on Wednesday, February 18.
Here’s the highlights of the match;
Here’s what Alex said when asked on she will do to prepare for her next match;
Dubai 🫶’s Alex #DDFTennis pic.twitter.com/AzWPcdfhPI
— wta (@WTA) February 17, 2026
Women’s Tennis Rising star Alexandra Eala stunned veteran Donna Vekic at the ASB Classic in a performance that felt more like a high-stakes football match than a tennis tournament. Supported by a roaring “army” of Filipino fans in Auckland, the world No. 53 triumphed 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in an enthralling contest that lasted for two hours and 40 minutes.
The match peaked in the third set. After Eala failed to serve out the match at 5-3, she displayed remarkable resilience, attacking Vekic’s returns to break back immediately and secure the victory. Eala, who is currently ranked at No. 50, a career-high, late last year, credited the electric “homec crowd” atmosphere for helping her navigate the tension.
Eala now advances to the Round of 16, where she is scheduled to face another Croatian, Petra Marcinko, this Thursday, January 8. With her momentum building and a loyal global following behind her, the 20-year-old is proving to be a major force in the 2026 season.
Checkout the game highlights below;
Never count her out 😤
Alex Eala completes the comeback against Vekic in Auckland, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4!#ASBClassic26 pic.twitter.com/hYhMQ86692
— wta (@WTA) January 6, 2026
In an impressive start to the year, Alex Eala (20) and Iva Jovic (18) defeated veterans Venus Williams and Elina Svitolina 7-6, 6-1. The rising stars now advance to the quarterfinals of the ASB Classic in Auckland, New Zealand.
Here’s what Eala said about the victory;
“To start the year with a moment like this & sharing the court with 2 pioneers of the sport & pioneers off the court as well… People I looked up to since I was young.”
In the Quarter Finals, Alex Eala and Iva Jovic will face the winner between Asia Muhammad/Erin Routliffe and Jesika Maleckova/Renata Zarazua.
Checkout the game highlights below;
UN 🤯 BE 🤯 LIEVABLE 🤯
Alex Eala and Iva Jovic stun and entertain in their doubles match!#ASBClassic26 pic.twitter.com/USqPvVNhFw
— wta (@WTA) January 5, 2026
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Alexandrea Eala has ended her breakthrough 2025 by making some history.
Following her final tournament of the season in Hong Kong — she defeated Katie Boulter in her opening match before falling to eventual champion Victoria Mboko in the Round of 16 — the 20-year-old has become to first Filipina to break into the Top 50 of the PIF WTA Rankings. (She moved up from No. 51 to No. 50 after last week’s results.)
From No. 147 at the start of the year to ranked 50, is one hell of a accomplishment!
Alexandra Eala defeats Julia Riera 6-1, 6-4 to reach the quarterfinals in Sao Paulo.
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Few players have enjoyed a stronger stretch on the WTA Tour lately than Alexandra Eala. The Filipino star continued her surge Wednesday with a 6-1, 6-4 win over Julia Riera in 1 hour and 17 minutes to reach the quarterfinals in São Paulo.
Alex Eala will face Janice Tjen in the quarter finals of the WTA Sao Paulo (SP) Open in Sao Paulo, Brazil this Friday, Sept. 12th.
You can checkout the game highlights below.
Sonríe en lo más alto, Alexandra Eala 🇵🇭, ¡eres la nueva campeona del GDL Open WTA 125! 🥳🏆🇲🇽 pic.twitter.com/bJf8ow7t2f
— GDL Open AKRON presentado por Santander (@WTAGuadalajara) September 7, 2025
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Much like her entire journey through Mexico, she clawed back from a set down to defeat former tormentor Panna Udvardy of Hungary, 1-6, 7-5, 6-3, and finally lay her hands on a maiden WTA 125 title early Sunday morning, Manila time.
Alex Eala becomes the first Filipino to win a WTA title!!!
Watch the match tiebreak of Alexandra Eala vs. Clara Tauson in Round 1 of the 2025 US Open.
Alexandra Eala pulled off a stunning upset at the 2025 US Open, defeating the 14th-ranked player, Clara Tauson.
In front of a boisterous, highly-energized crowd in the Grandstand, 2022 US Open junior girls’ singles champion and world No. 70 Alexandra Eala—the first-ever Filipino to contest a match in the US Open women’s singles draw—came back from a double break in the third set to upset No. 14 seed Clara Tauson, 6-3, 2-6, 7-6(11), and reach the second round of a Grand Slam for the first time.
Even though the tournament is not in the Philippines, it feels like Alex Eala has home-court advantage.
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Flushing Meadows is very close to an area of Queens known as Little Manila because of its large Filipino community, and they flocked to Grandstand to cheer on Eala, one of the rising stars of the women’s tour.
Alexandra Eala felt the 🇵🇭 support today at the US Open 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/jlFmsex4tZ
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 24, 2025
Game Highlights
Second round of the US Open will be on the 27th of August, Eala will face the winner between Spain’s Cristina Bucsa (95) and American Claire Liu (371).
The good times keep coming for Maya 🤗
Maya Joint rallies back to defeat Eala in a heavy hitting match and secures her first grass court title, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6(10)#LexusEastbourneOpen pic.twitter.com/tElWvfsBI3
— wta (@WTA) June 28, 2025
WTA;
Maya Joint rallied to win one of the year’s toughest matches at the Lexus Eastbourne Open on Saturday, securing her second Hologic WTA Tour singles title of 2025.
In a matchup of two of the Hologic WTA Tour’s brightest young talents, 19-year-old Maya Joint of Australia saved four championship points to edge 20-year-old qualifier Alexandra Eala of the Philippines 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (10) in Saturday’s final.
It was a tough match but just by reaching the WTA Finals, Alex Eala is already a winner in the hearts the Filipinos. If her trajectory continues to go up, she will face Maya Joint in the future.
Here’s the game high lights.
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.
Finalist in Eastbourne 🌟
A first tour-level final for Alex Eala who takes out Gracheva 7-5, 2-6, 6-3!#LexusEastbourneOpen pic.twitter.com/BSc7cvCs8B
— wta (@WTA) June 27, 2025
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.