Alex Eala slays another giant, stuns world No. 2 Iga Swiatek
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Alex Eala advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 Miami Open after defeating world No. 2 Iga Swiatek with a score of 6-2, 7-5. This victory marks Eala's third consecutive win over a Grand Slam champion and her biggest career victory to date. Eala, the first Filipina to reach the semifinal of a WTA1000 event, will next face world No. 4 Jessica Pegula.
Key Points
Alex Eala defeated Iga Swiatek 6-2, 7-5 at the 2025 Miami Open.
Eala's win marks her third consecutive victory over a Grand Slam champion.
Eala became the first Filipina to reach the semifinal of a WTA1000 event.
Eala will face Jessica Pegula in the semifinals.
Eala's performance earned her $332,160 and a debut in the WTA Top 100 at No. 75.
