Eala, Swiatek reconnect, hold joint workout in SpainMANILA, Philippines -- Filipina pride Alex Eala and Polish ace Iga Swiatek reunited over the weekend in Spain ahead of their much-awaited campaigns in the clay season. “Feels like yesterday, do you remember the last time?,” said Nadal’s academy, also sharing the 2023 throwback photo of Eala and Swiatek. Swiatek served as the guest of honor and speaker in Eala’s graduation from the tennis school of the Spanish legend back in 2023. 2, with a 6-2, 7-5 win in the Miami Open quarterfinals for a magical Final Four finish from being a wildcard qualifier. The two could have played in a trilogy in the third round of the Miami Open but Swiatek absorbed a 1-6, 7-5, 6-3 defeat to compatriot Magda Linette.

Source: Philippine Star April 05, 2026 17:26 UTC