Alex Eala Gets Honest About Manny Pacquiao Comparison Before Cincinnati Open

‘2 unique journeys, both beautiful’

Alex Eala is no Manny Pacquiao – at least for now – but no modern Filipino athlete has come close to the stature of the legendary boxing champion. Until her.

Alex Eala on Pacquiao comparisons: ‘I’m still very, very far’

MANILA, Philippines—With the worldwide support she has gotten amid her breakout, Alex Eala has inevitably drawn comparisons with boxing legend Manny Pacquiao. Eala has emerged as the Philippines’ latest sporting trailblazer since her breakthrough at the Miami Open last year. She has continued to make history since, rising to No. 20 in the world as she nears her first full year on the WTA Tour. She has also become a certified crowd draw at tourna…

Alex Eala flattered by Pacquiao comparisons, but says she is still far from his level

The rise of Alexandra Eala has drawn comparisons to boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, with an entire nation rallying behind the Filipina tennis star whenever she competes.

Alex Eala on Pacquiao comparison: 'I'm still very far'

Filipino sports heroes have always served as a source of joy and pride for fans.With Manny Pacquiao fading away from the boxing scene after giving the country much honor in the past decades, tennis princess Alex Eala has caught the love and attention of this appreciative nation.And for the 21-year-old Eala, being compared with the world’s only eight-division boxing champion is such a humbling distinction.“It never really crossed my mind when I w…

Alex Eala: 'I'm still very, very far from the levels of Pacquiao' | ABS-CBN Sports

Filipino tennis star Alex Eala said she is honored to be compared with boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, but acknowledged that their journeys are distinctly differe

Alex Eala Gets Honest About Manny Pacquiao Comparison Before Cincinnati Open

Learn how Alex Eala feels about being compared to Manny Pacquiao and the legacy he has built for Filipino athletes. The post Alex Eala Gets Honest About Manny Pacquiao Comparison Before Cincinnati Open appeared first on HEAVY.