Jessica Pegula praises Alex Eala after DC Open final loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:19 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
In the final of the Mubadala DC Open on August 3, Jessica Pegula lost to Alex Eala 4-6, 6-4, 6-0. Pegula initially led after winning the first set, but Eala made a strong comeback after a rain delay, winning 10 of the final 13 games. Following the match, Pegula congratulated Eala, who became the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA Tour singles title. She also acknowledged the vocal support from Eala’s fans during the match, reflecting on the growing recognition of Filipino tennis on the international stage.
- •Eala wins her first WTA singles title at the DC Open.
- •Match was suspended due to rain and resumed on August 3.
- •Pegula led the match before Eala's comeback.
- •Eala's win moves her to a career-high No. 20 ranking.
- •Pegula acknowledges Filipino fans' support during the final.
- 2:19 AMYahoo Sports — Jessica Pegula Sends Strong Message to Alex Eala, Filipino Fans After Upset Loss
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