Alex Eala has one career main-draw win at the US Open. She’s already a global star
Summary
Alex Eala is a 21-year-old tennis player from the Philippines who has recently become very popular worldwide. She is the Philippines' highest-ranked tennis player and has won her first big tournament title this year. At the US Open, she has attracted large crowds and gained significant attention.Key Facts
- Alex Eala is ranked No. 18 in the world, the highest ever for a player from the Philippines.
- She won her first tour-level title at the DC Open in 2024.
- Forbes estimates she earned over $5 million in off-court income and $1.7 million in prize money in the past year.
- Her matches and practice sessions at the US Open attract large crowds and high ticket demand.
- She has played alongside well-known players like Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka.
- Eala upset defending Wimbledon champion Iga Świątek in July 2024.
- She grew up in Quezon City, Philippines, and trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain.
- Eala won the US Open junior girls’ title three years ago and has since made her way into the main professional tournaments.
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