Alex Eala defeats Zheng Qinwen at Mubadala DC Open, faces Leylah Fernandez next
ESPN Tennis • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Alex Eala secured a victory over Zheng Qinwen in the first round of the Mubadala DC Open on July 28, 2026. This win marked Eala's first career triumph against Zheng, following a loss in their previous encounter at the 2023 Asian Games. Eala will move forward to face Leylah Fernandez in the next round of the tournament.
- •Eala's victory was her first against Zheng Qinwen.
- •Match took place at the Mubadala DC Open.
- •Eala moves on to face Leylah Fernandez next.
- •The tournament is ongoing as of July 28, 2026.
- 9:32 PMESPN Tennis — Alex Eala rallies past Zheng Qinwen in Mubadala DC Open first round, sets up showdown with Leylah Fernandez
"The victory marked Eala's first career win over Zheng after falling to the Chinese star in their lone previous meeting at the 2023 Asian Games.
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