Alex Eala Sets Sights on US Open Victory After Grand Slam Debuts
Source: news.source.inquirer
Filipino tennis star Alex Eala, at 20 years old, is determined to secure her first Grand Slam singles main draw win at the upcoming US Open. After debuting in the main draws at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, Eala remains motivated despite early exits. She plans to compete in several tournaments leading up to the US Open, including events in Montreal, Cincinnati, Monterrey, and New York. Eala, who previously won the 2022 US Open Girls' title, aims to continue her upward trajectory in professional tennis.
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Alex Eala is targeting her first Grand Slam singles main draw win at the US Open.
Eala made her main draw debuts at Roland Garros and Wimbledon but lost in the first round to Barbora Krejcikova and Emiliana Arango, respectively.
She achieved a semifinal run at the Miami Open, marking a significant milestone in her career.
Eala is ranked No. 56 in the WTA and plans to compete in several tournaments before the US Open.
She is a graduate of the Rafa Nadal Academy and won the 2022 US Open Girls' singles title.
Eala recently reached the final of the Eastbourne Open but was defeated by Maya Joint.
