Alex Eala displays steely resolve on the brink of defeat as she overcomes a 4-5 deficit in the third set against Dayana Yastremska to reach the third round of the prestigious WTA 1000 event dubbed as the 'fifth Grand Slam'

Alexandra Eala has been turning heads across the tennis world, with her emergence on the WTA Tour drawing attention from several well-known names. Kim Clijsters was among the first to praise Eala following her performances earlier this season at both the Abu Dhabi Open and Dubai Tennis Championships.

Right now, Alexandra Eala is one of the most talked-about names in tennis, drawing attention, no matter what she is doing on or off the court. When she wins, it is just another step forward in her steady rise, as she continues to break new ground for her country every time she hits a new career high.

48% jump in ticket sales: Inside the Alex Eala effect in Dubai tennis  Khaleej Times

Jessica Pegula added another title to her collection last night, beating Elina Svitolina to win the Dubai Tennis Championships. Pegula came through a tough week to finish on top, overcoming an in-form opponent without too much trouble.

Alexandra Eala had her run at the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships stopped by Coco Gauff in the quarter-finals on Thursday. After narrow wins in her first two matches, Gauff looked much more assured against Eala, controlling the match from start to finish and winning 6-0, 6-2.

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Alex Eala sends erstwhile red-hot Sorana Cirstea crashing back to earth as she arranges a last eight date with two-time Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff in the Dubai Tennis Championships

Alex Eala earns her place in the round of 16 of the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships as she eliminates former champion and world No. 8 Jasmine Paolini of Italy

Today’s headlines: Rodrigo Duterte, Bong Revilla, Alex Eala

After receiving a first-round bye as one of the 32 seeded players, Alex Eala battles Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska in the round of 64 of the WTA 1000 Indian Wells Open

Alex Eala receives a first-round bye in the Indian Wells Open, considered one of the biggest tennis tournaments outside the four Grand Slams, as one of the 32 seeded players

Alexandra Eala is one of the most popular players in sports, let alone tennis. Even though she’s currently ranked outside the top 30, Eala is among the most followed players on tour.

Alexandra Eala has made quite an entrance on the WTA Tour, quickly establishing herself as a top-level player with what might be the sport’s most passionate fanbase. Her journey really took off around this time last year at the Miami Open, where she reached the semifinals against all expectations.

Jessica Pegula, after winning the Dubai Tennis Championships, shared her positive verdict on Alex Eala's presence and importance for the sport of tennis.

Two-time major winner Coco Gauff expresses gratitude to Alex Eala for attracting a new demographic to tennis.

Alex Eala is set to face Coco Gauff in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships. Eala, who closed out Centre Court sessions in both the second and third rounds, has been moved up to start the night session this time around.

Coco Gauff fought off match points to defeat Elise Mertens 2-6, 7-6 (11-9), 6-3, and secure her spot in the Dubai Tennis Championships quarterfinals. She struggled with her serve again and didn’t look comfortable for long stretches of the match.

Tennis star Alex Eala views her Philippine Sportswriters Association Athlete of the Year award as a significant indicator of the growing prominence of tennis in the Philippines.

Alex Eala gets back on the winning track as she reaches the round of 32 of the Dubai Tennis Championships, a WTA 1000 event

Alexandra Eala is expected to draw a large crowd when she makes her Indian Wells debut on Friday.

Why Alex Eala has a lot to lose at the Miami Open next month  Gulf News

Alexandra Eala’s path to stardom has been remarkably swift, and her influence on the sport is undeniable. What started at the Rafael Nadal Academy has quickly turned into a headline-grabbing career, w

Filipino tennis player Alex Eala reached a new career-high ranking after advancing to the quarterfinals of the Dubai Tennis Championships, a WTA 1000 tournament.

Alex Eala has become a household name in tennis since her inspiring 2025 Miami Open run which included defeating three Grand Slam champions: Jelena Ostapenko, Madison Keys, and Iga Swiatek. The 20-year-old Filpina superstar and graduate of the Rafael Nadal…

Alex Eala barely avoids her first double bagel in four years as world No. 4 Coco Gauff, a two-time Grand Slam champion, advances to the semifinals of the Dubai Tennis Championships

Coco Gauff's past comments about Alex Eala are relevant again as the two prepare to face each other in the Dubai Tennis Championships quarter-finals.

Today’s headlines: Sara Duterte, Risa Hontiveros, Alex Eala

Carlos Yulo, honored as a Philippine Sportswriters Association Athlete of the Year, hopes to learn from fellow awardee Alex Eala.