Alexandra Eala discusses friendship with Leylah Fernandez at Canadian Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:38 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Alexandra Eala arrived in Toronto for the Canadian Open following her win at the Mubadala DC Open. Eala, the first Filipina to clinch a WTA Tour title, discussed her friendly relationship with fellow player Leylah Fernandez, acknowledging their shared Filipino heritage. Eala will start her singles campaign against Alycia Parks, while Fernandez faces Renata Zarazúa in the second round. Eala also expressed excitement about reuniting with Venus Williams for doubles.
- •Eala won her first WTA title at the Mubadala DC Open
- •Eala and Fernandez share Filipino heritage
- •Eala and Fernandez received first-round byes at the Canadian Open
- •Eala faces Alycia Parks in the first round
- •Eala partners with Venus Williams in doubles competition
- 4:38 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I Think We’re Friends’ – Alexandra Eala Opens Up About Leylah Fernandez and Their Shared Filipino Heritage
"Alexandra Eala has arrived in Toronto for the Canadian Open after achieving a major milestone at the Mubadala DC Open. Ahead of her opening match at the WTA 1000 event, Eala shed light on her relationship with Leylah Fernandez while also opening up about her dynamic with fellow players of Filipino heritage.
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