New shocker from EalaMANILA, Philippines — Another huge moment, another milestone, another giant slaying. 4 Coco Gauff of the United States in the third round of the 2026 Indian Wells Open at the Indian Wells Garden in California yesterday. To be able to play in Stadium 1 of Indian Wells and against such a great competitor,” said the WTA No. “I’m really grateful to be here, and super happy.”It’s the third career win for the 31st seed Eala against Top-5 players, having beaten Iga Swiatek (No. Fighting Gauff power for power and fire for fire, Eala took the first set with ease, 6-2, then had jumped to 2-0 in the second when Gauff called it a day.

Source: Philippine Star March 09, 2026 16:35 UTC