Alex Eala's Historic Run at Eastbourne Open: Reflecting on First WTA Tour Finals Stint
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala looks back on her groundbreaking performance at the Eastbourne Open, where she became the first Filipino to reach the WTA Tour finals. Despite a close loss in the women's final, Eala remains optimistic and determined for her upcoming Wimbledon campaign.

Eastbourne Open - June 28, 2025 - Alex Eala reacts as she is interviewed after receiving the runners-up trophy following her loss in the women's final against Maya Joint.
Filipina tennis player Alex Eala looked back on her historic performance at the recently concluded Eastbourne Open. It marked her first WTA Tour finals appearance and made her the first Filipino to reach that stage. Eala narrowly lost to Australia’s Maya Joint in the finals, with a score of 6-4, 1-6, 7-6(10).
In a social media post, Eala described the defeat as one of the toughest in her career, emphasizing the importance of such moments in building character and resilience. She expressed her determination to focus on her upcoming Wimbledon campaign, where she will face defending champion Barbora Krejcikova.
During a post-match interview, Eala highlighted the significance of her finals appearance, considering it a historic achievement for herself and her country. She acknowledged the emotional impact of the milestone and humorously mentioned looking forward to Wimbledon as a chance to move on from the loss.
Reflecting on the experience, Eala expressed gratitude for the memorable week and emphasized the lasting impact of the moment on her career.
According to the source: GMA Network.
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