Alexandra Eala seals historic first WTA title for Philippines: 'I feel so much love'
Alexandra Eala became the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA Tour-level singles title, and Taylor Fritz claimed his first trophy of the season after both rain-delayed Washington Open finals were completed on Monday. Eala stunned top seed Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-4, 6-0 after the weather-hit women's final resumed with the 21-year-old trailing by a set but leading 2-1 in the second, while…
Alexandra Eala made history as the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA Tour-level singles title at the Washington Open. The 21-year-old defeated top seed Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-4, 6-0, overcoming a set down to secure her victory. Eala expressed her emotions on court, saying, "I feel so much love. My first chance at a title knowing it won't be the last and already having achieved this milestone for my career."
Meanwhile, Taylor Fritz claimed his first trophy of the season by defeating Spanish teenager Rafa Jodar 7-6, 6-4 in the men's final.
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