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Alex Eala reacts to reporter's tiredness question at Hong Kong Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 11:11 AM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Alex Eala reacts to reporter's tiredness question at Hong Kong Open

Summary

Alex Eala addressed a reporter's comment about her appearing tired during her second-round match at the Hong Kong Open on November 6, 2026. Eala, currently ranked World No. 17, achieved a straight-sets victory over Tereza Valentova, with a score of 6-4, 7-6(7). During the press conference post-match, Eala pushed back on the notion of her fatigue, highlighting her recent success and career-high ranking. The No. 2 seed now prepares for a quarterfinal match against Antonia Ružić, who ranks World No. 81. Eala is seeking her second WTA title after winning in Washington earlier this year.

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By the Numbers

•Eala won her second-round match against Valentova 6-4, 7-6(7).
•She questioned a reporter about her perceived fatigue post-match.
•Eala is the No. 2 seed at the Hong Kong Open.
•Next up is a quarterfinal match against Antonia Ružić.
•She seeks her second WTA title after winning in Washington earlier this year.

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11:11 AMYahoo Sports — “Are You Tired?” – Alex Eala Bluntly Shuts Down Reporter At Hong Kong Open After ‘Very Tired’ Question

What they're saying

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Alex Eala shut down a reporter who told her she looked tired during her second-round match at the Hong Kong Open. Eala has been in stellar form in Hong Kong, registering straight-sets wins over Australia’s Emerson Jones and Czechia’s Tereza Valentova.
— Yahoo Sports

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