Alexandra Eala gains Tokyo Open boost with Zheng's withdrawal

Alexandra Eala prepares for the Tokyo Open starting next week, benefiting from Qinwen Zheng's withdrawal from the tournament. Despite recent struggles, Eala's strong season includes her first WTA Tour-level title at the Washington Open and notable performances at Wimbledon and the US Open. The absence of Zheng, who has missed multiple events since her China Open title, opens up the competition for Eala, allowing her to retain a favorable seeding spot. The Tokyo Open features strong competitors, including Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka.

• 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Alexandra Eala has just been handed a big boost for the Tokyo Open a week before it starts