Alex Eala and Shaira Rivera exit Asian Games doubles in second round
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Alex Eala and Shaira Rivera lost to Jiang Xinyu and Yang Zhaoxuan 5-7, 2-6 in the second round of doubles at the Asian Games. The Filipinas had an opportunity to regain momentum when Zhaoxuan required treatment for back pain, but could not capitalize on it. Rivera expressed gratitude to Eala for their time together, while Eala looked towards the future of Filipino tennis, including potential participation in the 2030 Asian Games. Eala remains in contention for singles gold, having reached the semi-finals.
- •Eala and Rivera lost in the second round of the Asian Games.
- •Their opponents were the seeded duo Jiang Xinyu and Yang Zhaoxuan.
- •Eala still competes in singles, reaching the semi-finals.
- •Eala expressed optimism about the future of Filipino tennis.
- •The duo had a successful first-round win before their exit.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Eala’s doubles partner sends her heartfelt message as they exit the Asian Games
"Alex Eala and Shaira Rivera lost to Jiang Xinyu and Yang Zhaoxuan 5-7, 2-6, in the second round of the Asian Games. The Filipinas exited...
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