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Watch: Filipino fans inspire Eala as she marches into US Open third round

From Khaleej Times · () English

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  • Alexandra Eala defeated Ukraine’s Oleksandra Oliynykova 6-1, 6-4 to reach the US Open third round.
  • Thousands of Filipino fans supported Eala at New York’s Louis Armstrong Stadium.
  • The world No. 18 will next face the winner of Iva Jovic’s match against Francesca Jones.

Alexandra Eala advanced to the US Open third round with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Ukraine’s Oleksandra Oliynykova, cheered on by thousands of Filipino fans in New York.

The 21-year-old left-hander controlled the first set, winning the opening four games and hitting 11 winners. Oliynykova, who had beaten Eala in Strasbourg earlier this year, fought back in the second set as the players exchanged breaks, but Eala closed out the match with a strong serve after one hour.

My patience and the consistency of my focus, I think that was the key to winning the match today.

· Alexandra EalaShe identified the qualities that helped her defeat Oliynykova.

“My patience and the consistency of my focus, I think that was the key to winning the match today,” Eala said. “I think we all represent something. I’m proud of what I represent.”

The victory followed Eala’s 6-1, 6-2 first-round win over American qualifier Mary Stoiana. The world No. 18 is enjoying a breakthrough season that includes her first WTA title in Washington last month and a Wimbledon fourth-round appearance. She will meet the winner of the match between American Iva Jovic and Britain’s Francesca Jones. Eala won the US Open junior singles title in 2022.

I think we all represent something. I’m proud of what I represent.

· Alexandra EalaShe spoke about the meaning of the strong Filipino support in the stadium.
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