Alexandra Eala’s Heart-Warming Australian Open Debut Ends in a Loss to Parks

'I felt so loved': Philippines star sends Aus Open crowds into a frenzy

Alexandra Eala, ranked 49 in the world, attracts a crowd that virtually brought the Australian Open to a standstill.

Massive crowd turn up for Alex Eala’s match only to return disappointed

Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala draws massive crowds at the Australian Open, only to face disappointment as she loses to Alycia Parks. Discover the electrifying atmosphere and the challenges of her rising fame.

Alexandra Eala's heart-warming Australian Open debut ends in a loss to Parks

A football-style atmosphere with fans chanting and waving Philippines flags followed Alexandra Eala for her Australian Open main draw debut.

Australian Open win remains elusive for Alex Eala despite perfect start

MANILA, Philippines – A dream start turned into a nightmare end for Alex Eala as she crashed out of the Australian Open. Eala saw her breakthrough main draw appearance in the first Grand Slam of the year conclude swiftly after a stinging 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 loss to American Alycia Parks in the first round in Melbourne Park on Monday, January 19. Buoyed by a loud Filipino crowd that packed Court 6, Eala served a bagel in the opening set but lost steam …

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Eala falls short against Parks in Australian Open debut

Alex Eala of the Philippines was unable to ride a wave of raucous crowd support to victory in her Australian Open main draw debut, falling short in a seesawing battle against American Alycia Parks.