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Belinda Bencic ends Alex Eala's winning streak at National Bank Open

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Belinda Bencic ends Alex Eala's winning streak at National Bank Open

Summary

Belinda Bencic defeated Alex Eala 6-4, 6-0 in the fourth round of the National Bank Open on August 9, 2026. This victory marked the end of Eala's seven-match winning streak, which included her title at the Washington Open, where she became the first Filipino woman to win a WTA Tour-level singles championship. Bencic acknowledged Eala's supporters during the match, showing appreciation for the crowd's atmosphere. Following this win, Bencic will face fourth-seeded Coco Gauff in the quarterfinals.

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By the Numbers

•Bencic broke Eala's serve three times in the first set.
•Eala had won seven consecutive matches before this loss.
•Bencic improves to 10-0 against left-handed players since 2024.
•Bencic won her first title in Toronto in 2015.
•Eala rose to No. 20 in the world rankings after her recent performances.

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12:41 AMYahoo Sports — Belinda Bencic Sends Message to Alex Eala’s Filipino Fans After Ending Win Streak

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