Leylah Fernandez and Alexandra Eala exit Canadian Open in fourth round

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Leylah Fernandez and Alexandra Eala exit Canadian Open in fourth round
Summary

Leylah Fernandez and Alexandra Eala were eliminated from the 2026 Canadian Open in the fourth round on August 9. Eala lost to Belinda Bencic, 6-4, 6-0, while Fernandez fell to Naomi Osaka, 6-4, 6-4. Both players reflected on their performances, expressing disappointment and recognizing areas for improvement. Eala remains positive about her recent form and plans to regroup, while Fernandez acknowledged her errors during crucial moments against Osaka. Both will seek to improve their results in upcoming tournaments.

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  • Leylah Fernandez lost to Naomi Osaka in straight sets.
  • Alexandra Eala suffered a defeat against Belinda Bencic.
  • Both players expressed disappointment with their performances.
  • Eala looks to regroup and focus on upcoming tournaments.
  • Fernandez aims to address key mistakes made during the match.
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What they're saying
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Alexandra Eala and Leylah Fernandez had the opportunity to set up a blockbuster semifinal showdown at the 2026 Canadian Open. However, both players were ousted from the WTA 1000 event in the fourth round, and they later opened up about their mindsets regarding their performances.

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