Alex Eala is advancing to the quarterfinals of the ASB Classic after defeating Croatia's Petra Marčinko with a decisive win. She's obviously a very good player, and she's been doing really well, so I'm happy with how I played and how I handled it," she said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WTA (@wta)"I think every start of the year comes differently. I’m happy with how I’m starting,” Eala added. Other than defeating Marčinko, Eal and USA's Iva Jovic came victorious from the Jan. 8 doubles match, defeating foes Jesika Malečková of the Czech Republic and Renata Zarazúa of Mexico via walkover.

Source: Philippine Star January 08, 2026 15:01 UTC