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Eala eager to start 2026 well in Auckland
Filipina tennis prodigy Alex Eala is entering the 2026 season with renewed confidence and ambitious goals after a successful previous year.
Eala is the fourth seed in the WTA 250 ASB Classic in Auckland, New Zealand, which serves as a preparatory tournament for the Australian Open.
Currently ranked world No. 53, the 20-year-old is positioned behind top seeds Elina Svitolina (WTA No. 14), Emma Navarro (WTA No. 15), and Iva Jovic (WTA No. 35).
As one of the top seeds, Eala will face Donna Vekic (WTA No. 69) in the Round of 32.
The loaded main draw of the ASB Classic also includes Venus Williams, who received a wildcard entry.
Eala has also been awarded a wildcard entry for the Philippine Women's Open in Manila, though her participation depends on her performance in the Australian Open.
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Filipina tennis player Alexandra Eala, ranked WTA No. 53, has arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, to commence her 2026 season at the WTA 250 ASB Classic, where she is seeded fourth.
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Filipina tennis player Alex Eala has received a wildcard for the inaugural Philippine Women's Open, scheduled for January 26 at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center.
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Filipina tennis prodigy Alex Eala, ranked No. 53, will open her 2026 ASB Classic singles campaign in Auckland, New Zealand, against Croatian Olympic silver medalist Donna Vekic.
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Filipina tennis player Alex Eala achieved a significant victory at the ASB Classic, defeating Paris Olympics silver medalist Donna Vekic in a thrilling three-set match.
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Filipino tennis prodigy Alex Eala and her American partner Iva Jovic defeated veteran duo Venus Williams and Elina Svitolina in the ASB Classic women's doubles opening round.
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