WTA A star is soaring💫 Alexandra Eala produces a moment of magic as she defeats the No.6 seed Paolini to advance to the Round of 16! #DDFTennis *** Philippine Sports Bureau You know, in the tiebreak, I was trying everything to keep myself in check and in the change of hands, I was thinking you know, this stadium is full of Filipinos. Tapos sabi ko, ilan kaya sainyo yung nagdadasal para sakin?” “I told [myself], you know, how many of them were probably praying for me to win. So I really had to give it everything I got.” — Alex Eala Source: WTA, Dubai Open

Philippine Tennis Alex Eala — "Thank You, Jasmine" by Joel Lopez The stadium lights in Dubai felt like a second sun. They poured over the blue court, turning every bead of sweat into tiny diamonds. The crowd hummed like the ocean before a storm, restless and alive, waiting for something they couldn’t quite name yet. Alex stood at the baseline, bouncing the ball gently against the ground. Once. Twice. Three times. Her hands were steady, but her heart was not. She could feel it pounding against her ribs like a drum trying to escape. Across the net stood Jasmine. Calm. Composed. Experienced. A mountain that had stood through storms Alex had only watched on television as a little girl sitting cross-legged on the floor. There was a time when Alex watched players like her through a glowing screen in Manila, whispering promises to herself in the quiet hours of night. One day. Not “maybe.” Not “I hope.” Just one day. Now the day had arrived, and it terrified her. The rally began like...

By Duoi Ampilan SENSATIONAL EALA STUNS PAOLINI IN DUBAI DESERT CLASSIC In a performance that will be remembered as one of her fiercest bouts, 20-year-old Alex Eala produced a seismic shock in the Dubai desert, demolishing the 6th-seeded Italian veteran Jasmine Paolini at the Dubai Tennis Championships. Playing with the fearless precision of a seasoned player, Eala didn't just beat Paolini, she dismantled her. The first set was a breathtaking exhibition of raw power and poise, as the Filipino sensation raced to a staggering 6-1 lead, leaving the WTA's world No. 8 scrambling and the stunned crowd in awe. Many expected the Italian to mount a ferocious comeback, and she did, pushing the second set to a tense, nail-biting tiebreak. But under the unforgiving Dubai lights, Eala's nerves of steel shone brightest. Trading winners with a veteran of both Singles and Double and an Olympic Champion, she showcased the immense talent that has the tennis world buzzing, clinically closing o...

ALEX EALA ***   From Duoi Ampilan  Alex Eala is the 2025 PSA Athlete of the Year! Because she is in Dubai, she was not able to claim her award personally though she made her message online. Caloy Yulo was also awarded as the Athlete of the Year by the Philippine Sportswriters Association. 📸 Screenshot from Dyan Castillejo's video (in the link at the comment).

Tennis Peak “MY DAUGHTER SACRIFICED EVERYTHING FOR THE NATION, WHY DO THEY CHOOSE TO ABUSE AND CRITICIZE HER AGAIN?”: Alexandra Eala’s mother exploded after her daughter’s defeat at the 2026 Qatar Open, where her daughter’s match became the focus of controversy due to the grueling schedule leading to apparent exhaustion (losing 7-6(6), 6-1 to Tereza Valentova). She strongly condemned the WTA “system” and some Filipino/opponent public opinion that still criticized Alex despite her having just made history with her achievements in Abu Dhabi and the Australian Open, while her large fan base was “abandoned” on smaller courts. She declared she would confront anyone who continued to "insult" her daughter, and, along with fans, called on the WTA to publicly respond within 24 hours regarding prioritizing the young player's health. Otherwise, international parties would have to intervene to clarify the "injustice" being inflicted on one of Asia's top young talents. *...

From Tennis Now Insight GLOBAL AMBASSADOR FOR TENNIS DEVELOPMENT    🔥 BREAKING NEWS: Just before the 2026 Qatar Open, ITF President David Haggerty flew in urgently for a special live worldwide broadcast ceremony before thousands of spectators. He announced: “Alexandra Eala has not only reached the WTA Top 40—a historic first for the Philippines and Southeast Asia—but she embodies resilience, fair play, and inspiration for millions of underprivileged children globally.” The ITF instantly created the brand-new “ITF Inspiration Legend 2026” award: USD 5 million in prize money, a 10-year scholarship fund for a tennis academy in her hometown, the title of Global Ambassador for Tennis Development, and a lifetime sponsorship deal. The stadium exploded in celebration. The 20-year-old Alex, a Rafa Nadal Academy alum, smiled shyly with sparkling eyes—everyone expected instant acceptance of this richly deserved honor. But then… she stepped forward, microphone in hand, voice trembling ...