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Rafa Nadal congratulates Alex Eala on breakthrough WTA title
Alex Eala, 20, made history by winning her first WTA 125 title at the 2025 Guadalajara 125 Open in Mexico, defeating Hungary's Panna Udvardy 1-6, 7-5, 6-3.
This victory makes her the first Filipino to win a WTA title and has earned her US$15,500 in prize money.
She also earned 125 ranking points, propelling her ranking to World No. 61, a jump of 14 spots from 75th.
Tennis legend Rafa Nadal congratulated Eala on her achievement, stating he is "happy and proud of what you're achieving for yourself and for the Philippines."
Eala has been making history throughout the year, including a finals appearance at the Eastbourne Open and a first Grand Slam main draw win at the US Open.
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