Little article by Duoi Ampilan 20 February 2026 Maraming observers kasama ang international media, former & currents players ang nakakapuna sa hatak ni Alex Eala sa audience. Round 1 pa lang na laro niya ay parang championship na sa dami ng audience sa mga major tournaments. *** By Joshua Gianzon In the world of professional tennis, where rivalries often dominate the narrative, the unexpected friendship and doubles partnership between the Philippines' rising star Alex Eala and American phenom Coco Gauff has captivated fans. Their bond, initially sparked by a simple direct message on Instagram, transcends the scoreboard, showcasing a genuine camaraderie that shines whether they're celebrating a win or supporting each other through a loss. It's a testament to the fact that even at the highest levels of competitive sport, true connections can blossom, enriching their journeys both on and off the court. #highlightseveryone #followerseveryone #DDFTennis #AlexEala #CocoGauff ...

"To be free to choose a land to live on, the people to love and be loved by and a hill to die upon Is the greatest treasure and legacy anyone can leave behind and pass across generation. We, the vast majority of Filipinos you have served in office and continue to live for from unjust exile, salute you!" ~Joffre Balce  👊👊👊 By Teddy Adarna An old man in a detention center in The Hague. Frail, by his own admission. Tired. Telling an international court that he will forget their proceedings within minutes. Waiving his right to attend his own confirmation of charges hearing. Surrendering, it would seem, to the inevitable grinding machinery of international justice that finally caught up with him in a Dutch prison cell thousands of miles from home. That is the image the International Criminal Court wanted projected to the world. That is the image the incumbent administration wanted Filipinos to absorb. The strongman diminished. The disruptor neutralized. The chapter closed.  Now...

By Duoi Ampilan  18 February 2026 Sa kanyang Quarterfinal Finish sa Dubai Tennis Championship ay nasa $98,500 ang prize money ni Alex Eala. Maliban diyan ay may 215 points siyang makukuha para mag-improve ang kanyang WTA Ranking.  Inaasahan na sa Lunes 23 Feb ay ilalabas ng WTA ang bagong ranking. Ang expectations ay magkakaroon ng new career high si Alex ar papasok siya sa Top 40. Sa nasabing tournament, 3 ang pinataob ni Alex na mas mataas ang ranking. Ito ay sina Hailey Baptiste ng US (WTA No. 45), Jasmine Paolini ng Italy (8) at Sorana Cirstea ng Romania (32). Natalo naman siya ni Coco Gauff ng US (4) sa quarterfinals. Ang next na laban ni Alex ay sa BNP PARIBAS OPEN sa US na magsisimula sa Mar 1.

By Duoi Ampilan THE ROAD TO THE DUBAI TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP IS NOT EASY Along the way, there are stopovers filled with challenges. Not everyone makes it to the top. Only the tough ones survive the journey. Come what may, the journey is worth it. Alex Eala, we will always remember you! You are the brightest tennis player we have ever had. We are always cheering for you. Triumph or defeat, that is part of the journey. You are carving your niche in the annals of Philippine sports history. #EALAbanMo #EalaEra #EalaNation #AlexEala Gallery from other sources 

Lifted The WTA Tour and the organizers of the Dubai Tennis Championships made special adjustments for Filipina sensation Alex Eala. 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭 For those who may not know, tournament officials noticed that every time Eala plays, she draws massive crowds, with thousands of Filipino fans coming to the venue to support her. Because of this overwhelming support, the organizers and the WTA decided to move her match against Jasmine Paolini to Center Court as the main event. According to the organizers, Alex is currently one of the most popular players in women’s tennis, which is why they chose to feature her on Center Court instead of placing her on smaller courts, as happened in some of her previous tournaments. The Dubai organizers did not want to repeat the same mistake other hosts made in the past. Later, when she plays in the Round of 16 against 35-year-old veteran Sorana Cîrstea, their match will once again be held at Center Court.  #SportsTalkPH

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