Alex Eala advances to third round at Wimbledon, historic for Philippines
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 7:51 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Alex Eala has reached the third round of Wimbledon, making history as the first Filipino to do so in the Open era. The 21-year-old seed overcame Maya Joint in the second round and will face defending champion Iga Swiatek on Saturday. Eala, who has attracted considerable attention in the Philippines with her success, expressed pride in representing her country on such a prominent stage. Her performance has sparked renewed interest in tennis in a nation predominantly focused on basketball and boxing.
- •Eala is the first Filipino to reach a Grand Slam third round.
- •She defeated Maya Joint to advance in the tournament.
- •Eala will face Iga Swiatek next on Saturday.
- •Her achievement has reinvigorated interest in tennis in the Philippines.
- 7:51 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Eala makes Grand Slam history for Philippines at Wimbledon
"The 21-year-old has become the first Filipino to reach the third round of a Grand Slam in the Open era.
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