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How Alex Eala broke Filipino tradition to become one of the world’s top 50 tennis players
Filipina tennis player Alex Eala has broken into the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Top 50, symbolizing Filipino accomplishment while defying traditional expectations.
Eala's success is attributed to her strong determination and focused approach to training, even from a young age.
Her coach, Ronard Joven, noted her "matapang" (brave) and determined nature when he first met her at seven years old.
Joven also highlighted Eala's intense focus on drills and techniques rather than just playing games.
Eala's journey challenges ingrained stereotypes about how Filipinos achieve success.
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