Alex Eala concludes her 2026 US Open run in the third round

Alex Eala finished her 2026 US Open campaign in the third round after falling to Iva Jovic in a three-set match at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The Filipina player opened the tournament with victories over Mary Stoiana and Oleksandra Oliynykova before losing 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 to the 18-year-old American. Despite the exit, Eala secured $290,000 in prize money, pushing her career earnings past $3,000,000. She maintains her position at world number 18 as the rankings stand following the tournament. Eala now prepares for the upcoming Asian swing where she has opportunities to gain further WTA ranking points after missing several main draws in the region last year.

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