Eala upsets Svitolina again to reach Washington Open semis
Filipino tennis player Alex Eala defeated world No. 10 Elina Svitolina in straight sets to advance to the Washington Open semifinals. This victory marks Eala's second win over Svitolina in two months as she prepares to face Naomi Osaka.
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Eala's consistent performance against top-10 players highlights her rising status as a significant contender in professional women's tennis.
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PUMPED. The Philippines' Alex Eala in action in the 2026 Washington Open.
Alex Eala achieved a significant victory by defeating world No. 10 Elina Svitolina, 6-3, 6-4, advancing to the semifinals of the Washington Open. This win marks Eala's second consecutive victory over Svitolina in two months, having previously beaten her in the Berlin Tennis Open quarterfinals. Eala has now defeated six top-10 players this year and holds an 8-4 record against them, as she prepares to face Naomi Osaka in the semifinals. This is AI-generated.
MANILA, Philippines – Alex Eala inched closer to a breakthrough WTA Tour crown with a repeat win over world No. 10 Elina Svitolina.
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