Marcos Jr., Congress hail Alex Eala's historic US Open junior singles title

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. congratulated junior tennis sensation Alexandra "Alex" Eala for her historic win at the US Open Junior Girls' Singles Championship.

The 17-year-old Eala defeated Lucie Havlickova of the Czech Republic, 6-2, 6-4, to win her first Grand Slam singles title, becoming the first Filipino to achieve this feat.

Third District Rep. Jose Francisco Benitez filed House Resolution 372, seeking the conferment of the Congressional Medal of Distinction to Eala.

Benitez highlighted Eala's success as a source of pride and inspiration for the nation, and a beacon of hope for Filipino athletes and youth.

He urged the Filipino youth to emulate Eala's determination, diligence, discipline, and dedication.

Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte hailed Eala's victory, noting her use of Filipino during the awarding ceremony and her dedication of the trophy to the Philippines.

Villafuerte stated that Eala's win, similar to pole vaulter Ernest John "EJ" Obiena's recent successes, demonstrates the world-class talent of Filipinos on the global stage.

The Senate adopted Senate Resolution 199, paying tribute to Eala for becoming the country's first tennis player to win a juniors singles Grand Slam event.

Other legislators, including Senators Christopher "Bong" Go, Joel Villanueva, Pia Cayetano, and Juan Edgardo "Sonny" Angara, also filed or co-sponsored resolutions commending Eala.

Valenzuela City 2nd District Rep. Eric Martinez emphasized the importance of early investment in young Filipino athletes, with Eala's win serving as an inspiration.