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…
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ICYMI: Coco Gauff routs Alex Eala to face Elina Svitolina in the Semis of Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
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. Elina Svitolina was later defeated by Jessica Pegula, the eventual champions of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships via WTA; Coco Gauff delivered a masterclass as far as bounce back performances are concerned with a dominant 6-0, 6-2 victory…
Alex Eala defeats Sorana Cîrstea for her 3rd straight win to advance to the Quarter finals 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…