Alexandra Eala Comes Full Circle at Singapore Tennis Open
![Alexandra Eala returns to Singapore for the 2026 WTA 500 after first competing in the city as an 11-year-old. [photo credit: The Kallang]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design779-400x200.png)
The Singapore Tennis Open returns as a WTA 500, with Alexandra Eala joining Mirra Andreeva and a stronger field at The Kallang.
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POC Chief Defends Eala’s Bold Stand Against WTA Rules
![Alex Eala heads into the Asian Games as one of the Philippines' biggest tennis stars, with her world ranking at No. 18. [Miguel Dela Vega | Sports Bytes PH]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Untitled-design727-400x200.png)
POC president Abraham Tolentino backs Alex Eala’s decision to play at the Asian Games despite a scheduling clash with the WTA.
Alycia Parks rallies past Alexandra Eala in stunning Australian Open upset
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Alycia Parks overcame a first-set 0-6 loss to defeat Alexandra Eala 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the Australian Open first round. Parks will face Karolina Muchova or Jaqueline Cristian in the second round.
Svitolina wins 2026 ASB Classic
![Early-season statement: Svitolina wins in Auckland, sending a message to the WTA field. [photo credit: ASB Classic Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_535-400x200.png)
Elina Svitolina returned from a career break to claim the 2026 ASB Classic, sending a statement to the WTA field and gaining momentum ahead of the Australian Open.
Kostyuk rallies past Andreeva to set semifinal clash with Pegula at Brisbane International
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Marta Kostyuk pulled off back-to-back wins over top-10 opponents to reach the semifinals at the Brisbane International, where she will meet Jessica Pegula.
Sabalenka stays dominant with straight-set win over Keys at Brisbane International
![Aryna Sabalenka continues her Australian dominance and will face Karolina Muchova in the Brisbane International semifinals. [photo credit: Brisbane International Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_515-400x200.png)
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka reached the Brisbane International semifinals on Friday, Jan. 9, defeating Madison Keys in a straight-set rematch of the 2025 Australian Open final.
Brisbane International: Sabalenka opens 2026 with dominant straight-sets win
![Sabalenka powers through her Brisbane International opener in under an hour. [photo credit: Aryna Sabalenka Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_502-400x200.png)
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka launched her 2026 campaign in emphatic fashion at the Brisbane International, overwhelming Spain’s Cristina Bucsa in her opening match as she builds momentum toward the Australian Open.
Top WTA players ready to compete at inaugural Singapore Tennis Open 2025
![Elise Mertens [photo credit: Elise Mertens Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/472467302_18478220467014958_288637210601519229_n-400x200.jpg)
The Singapore Tennis Open 2025 promises an exciting start to the year, featuring top-tier WTA players like Anna Kalinskaya, Emma Raducanu, and Sofia Kenin. Get your tickets now and celebrate the Lunar New Year with world-class tennis at the Kallang Tennis Hub!