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Philippines to host first training after China

Alex Eala, a top-ranking Filipino tennis player, returned to the Philippines to train at an undisclosed location since he hasn't been allowed to compete in China.

Philippines to hold first training after China
Philippines to hold first training after China

Philippines to host first training after China

Filipino Tennis Star Alex Eala Prepares for Upcoming WTA Events

Alex Eala, a rising star in the world of tennis, is gearing up for a series of Women's Tennis Association (WTA) tournaments. The 20-year-old Filipino player is currently training in her homeland, preparing for the challenges ahead.

Eala's recent successes include a quarter-final finish at the WTA 250 Sau Paulo Open in Brazil and a triumph at the WTA 125 Guadalajara Open in Mexico, where she won her first WTA event. These achievements have moved her up four spots in the WTA rankings, placing her at No. 57, just short of her career-best ranking.

In September 2025, Eala will be competing in the WTA 25 Jingshan Tennis Open in China. However, she has not yet participated in several Chinese campaigns, including this upcoming event. To prepare, she has been training diligently in the Philippines.

Before heading to China, Eala participated in the Madrid Open (WTA 1000, clay, April-May 2025), where she advanced to the quarterfinals. She also attempted to qualify for the WTA Rome Open (Italian Open 2025) but was not directly accepted. In addition, she played in various lower-tier ITF and WTA 125 events earlier in 2025, such as the Montreux Nestlé Open (WTA 125) in Switzerland (early September 2025).

A successful campaign in China could potentially propel Eala to her personal-best WTA ranking. With her determination and skill, the Filipino tennis player is poised to make a significant impact in the world of tennis.

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