Eala out to break Top 30 barrierMANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala yesterday arrived in the United States for two massive tournaments that could catapult her to the world’s Top 30 for the first time. Before plunging back to action, Eala swung by the Nike World Headquarters in Oregon, where she was warmly welcomed and shown a wall of her own portraits. Eala posed with a big smile and flashed the peace sign. Eala also mirrored the biggest portrait on display, with both hands on her face in disbelief and tears after barging into the Final Four of the Miami Open last year. Eala broke into the Top 100 for the first time after Miami, thus qualifying in all 1000-level tours and Slam main draws.

Source: Philippine Star February 27, 2026 22:00 UTC