Alex Eala shares post after loss to Amanda Anisimova at Cincinnati Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Alex Eala exited the Cincinnati Open following a loss to Amanda Anisimova on August 17. Eala won the first set 6-4 but lost 4-6, 6-2. Eala, ranked 17th, led 2-0 in the third set before Anisimova rallied to win six consecutive games. Following the match, Eala posted a lighthearted message on social media featuring close friend Zeynep Sonmez, reflecting on their bond beyond tennis.
- •Eala lost to Anisimova 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 in Cincinnati.
- •Eala led the third set 2-0 before losing.
- •Eala connected with friend Sonmez in her post-match message.
- •Sonmez also lost to Anisimova earlier in the tournament.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Eala Sends 1-Word Message After Heartbreaking Amanda Anisimova Loss in Cincinnati Open
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