POC Chief Defends Eala’s Bold Stand Against WTA Rules
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POC president Abraham Tolentino backs Alex Eala’s decision to play at the Asian Games despite a scheduling clash with the WTA.
Tennis
Eala’s Heartbreak: Jovic Escapes Classic US Open Battle
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Iva Jovic rallied past Alexandra Eala, 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, in a three-hour US Open battle to reach the fourth round.
Alex Eala Storms Into US Open Third Round in Just 64 Minutes
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Alexandra Eala reached the US Open third round for the first time after beating Oleksandra Oliynykova 6-1, 6-4 in just 64 minutes.
Eala’s Hard-Court Heater Continues With US Open Statement Win
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Alexandra Eala saved all six break points against Mary Stoiana to reach the US Open second round in dominant fashion.
Eala Chases Breakthrough as Singapore Open Gets WTA 500 Upgrade
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Alexandra Eala faces a deeper field as the Singapore Tennis Open returns as a WTA 500 event from Sept. 21-27.
Alexandra Eala’s Toughest Test Yet: Amanda Anisimova Awaits
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Alex Eala advanced to the Cincinnati round of 32 after Elena-Gabriela Ruse retired, setting up a first career meeting with Amanda Anisimova.
Alexandra Eala Falls Short in Toronto After Historic Run
![Alexandra Eala and Belinda Bencic met for the first time on the WTA Tour. [WTA Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design471-400x200.png)
Alexandra Eala’s seven-match winning streak ended after Belinda Bencic beat her 6-4, 6-0 in the National Bank Open fourth round.
STIC 2026 Brings World-Class Regional Tennis Action to Kallang
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The Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup returns in September, featuring top players from four Southeast Asian nations alongside the WTA 500 Singapore Tennis Open.
Philippines Has a Champion: Eala Shocks World No. 1 Pegula
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Alexandra Eala made Philippine tennis history by rallying past Jessica Pegula to capture her first WTA singles title and become the country’s first WTA champion.
West Virginia Teen’s Double Gold Run Inspired by Alex Eala
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Crystal Saphire Embol became the first Filipina State Games of America tennis champion, winning two national gold medals for West Virginia.