Alex Eala to face Mika Stojsavljevic in Tokyo Open first round

Alex Eala is set to debut at the Tokyo Open, facing British player Mika Stojsavljevic in the first round on October 26. Eala, currently seeded eighth, has had a successful season, highlighted by winning her first WTA title at the Washington Open and reaching Wimbledon’s fourth round. Earlier this month, she fell to Diana Shnaider in Ningbo, and could potentially meet Shnaider again in later rounds at Tokyo. The tournament features strong competitors, including Elena Rybakina and Naomi Osaka. Eala aims to add to her achievements in what will be one of her final tournaments of the year.

• 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Eala confirmed to play British player in the first round of the Tokyo Open as her draw is revealed