Alex Eala Outlasts Croatian Rival to Reach Hong Kong Open Semifinals

Alex Eala outlasts Croatian rival to reach Hong Kong Open semifinals

MANILA, Philippines – Alex Eala booked a ticket to the semifinals of the 2026 Hong Kong Open on Friday, November 6, after surviving a thriller against Croatia’s Antonia Ružić, 7-6(7), 7-5. The two players went neck and neck all throughout, even needing a tiebreaker, where world No. 17 Eala pulled away late from a 6-6 deadlock to take the first set, 7-6(7). Due to heavy rain, the match also got suspended halfway through the second set, where the …

Alex Eala beats Antonia Ruzic, reaches Hong Kong Tennis Open semis

Alexandra Eala defeated Antonia Ruzic, 7-6(7), 7-5, in the quarterfinals of the Hong Kong Tennis Open to advance to the semifinals.

Alex Eala makes more history at Naomi Osaka's expense after 'rollercoaster' Hong Kong win

Alex Eala overcame Antonia Ruzic's stubborn resistence to win a gruelling quarter-final match in Hong Kong to reach a career-high ranking.

Alex Eala survives Ruzic scare, books Hong Kong Open semifinal berth

Alex Eala displayed nerves of steel, overcoming a late challenge from Croatia’s Antonia Ruzic to secure a 7-6 (9-7), 7-5 victory and advance to the semifinals of the 2026 WTA Hong Kong Open late Friday night at the Victoria Park Tennis Stadium. The Filipina fought through a grueling two-set encounter, saving crucial break points and […]