MANILA, Philippines- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday praised Alexandra Eala for her historic performance at the 2025 Miami Open.
Eala, a Filipino tennis player, became the first from her country to reach the semifinals of a WTA 1000 event.
She entered the tournament as a wild card and began ranked 140th.
Eala’s journey in the Miami Open included a win against Iga Swiatek, a top-seeded Grand Slam champion.
Her performance in the tournament elevated her status in the global tennis community and solidified her position in the WTA’s top 100.
Eala’s impressive run ended in a match against Jessica Pegula in the semifinals.
He expressed the nation’s support and encouragement for her continued success on the global stage.
Alexandra Eala continues to inspire as she represents the Philippines in international tennis competitions.