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Alex Eala Turns Focus to Singapore Open After US Open Exit
9/7/2026, 2:32:26 PM
Recent US Open Performance
Filipino tennis star Alex Eala, the world No. 18, was eliminated in the third round of the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium, falling to American teen Iva Jovic 5-7, 6-3, 5-7 in a three-hour match. The loss ended her run in New York and prompted a shift in her immediate competitive priorities.
Upcoming Schedule
Eala’s next target is the Singapore Open, a WTA 500 event that begins on September 21 at the OCBC Arena in Kallang. The tournament will feature top-ranked players such as World No. 3 Jessica Pegula, World No. 5 Mirra Andreeva, and World No. 10 Amanda Anisimova. Following Singapore, Eala is slated to appear in an exhibition match against Indonesia’s Janice Tjen at the Philippine Arena on December 8. She will then travel to Japan for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, where she is regarded as a favorite for the gold medal.
Recent Title and Rankings
Eala captured her first WTA Tour title at the DC Open, a WTA 500 hard-court tournament, by defeating Jessica Pegula in the final. The victory lifted her to a career-high ranking of 18th in the world and solidified her status as one of the sport’s rising stars.
Verbatim Quote
“I’m so excited to be coming to Singapore this September. I love playing in Southeast Asia, it always makes me feel so at home, so I can’t wait to see you all at the Singapore Tennis Open at The Kallang,” — Alex Eala
Why It Matters
Eala’s participation in the Singapore Open highlights the growing prominence of Southeast Asian players on the global circuit and is expected to draw significant support from the Filipino diaspora. Her back-to-back appearances in high-profile events across the region underscore both her personal ambition and the broader market interest in expanding tennis audiences in Asia.
