Alexandra Eala arrives at US Open with heightened security measures
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Alexandra Eala arrived at the US Open amid increased security following a concerning incident at the Australian Open. Accompanied by guards, she aims to ensure her safety after a previous experience where fans pushed her against a wall. Eala, who recently won her first tour-level title, practiced ahead of her campaign at Arthur Ashe Stadium and is also set to compete in mixed doubles with Felix Auger-Aliassime. The tournament starts on August 25–26, featuring several top players.
- •Eala surrounded by security at the US Open.
- •Security measures implemented after an incident in Australia.
- •Eala won her first tour-level title before the US Open.
- •She will compete in mixed doubles with Felix Auger-Aliassime.
- •Tournament events scheduled for August 25–26.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Alexandra Eala Surrounded by Security Guards at US Open After Learning From ‘Dangerous’ Incident
"Alongside fellow stars like Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka, Alexandra Eala has arrived in New York ahead of the US Open. The Filipina’s presence at the tournament has already caused a stir, prompting security measures as she seeks to avoid another potentially dangerous situation.
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