JOYOUS scenes in Guadalajara as Alex Eala celebrates her maiden WTA title with family and fans 🙌
A Triumph to Remember: Alex Eala’s Joyous Moments in Guadalajara
A Milestone Win
Alexandra “Alex” Eala etched her name in history by capturing her first-ever WTA singles title at the Guadalajara 125 Open, defeating Hungary’s Panna Udvardy 1–6, 7–5, 6–3 in a gripping final. This landmark victory makes her the first Filipino to ever win a WTA title .
The Rollercoaster Final
After a shaky start, dropping the first set 1–6, Eala rallied impressively. The second set featured a marathon eighth game riddled with six deuces before she clinched it. The momentum shifted in her favor, and she sealed the match in the third set with a composed performance, culminating in a powerful rally-winning shot .
Family, Fans, and Fireworks
Post-match scenes were nothing short of electrifying. Alex embraced her family on court—those tender moments brought to life all the emotion behind her journey. The court was brimming with cheer, flag-waving fans, and heartfelt embraces as she soaked in the applause that turned Guadalajara into a sea of support .
A Career Phase Turned Chapter
This victory arrives hot on the heels of her historic run at the US Open—where she became the first Filipino in the Open Era to win a main draw match at a Grand Slam .
đź“· Guadalajara Open on IG/ Mike Eala
