Metro Manila, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala advanced to the second round of the US Open qualifiers after defeating Maddison Inglis of Australia, 6-3, 2-6, 6-1, Wednesday in New York City.
The 19-year-old Eala is aiming to become the first Filipino to reach the women’s singles main draw of a pro grand slam.
Eala was close to securing a spot in the main draw of the French Open in May and Wimbledon in June. She fell short in the final round of the qualifiers of both tournaments.
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