Alex Eala is set to launch her Asian tour campaign at the Jingshan Open in China with a match against Belarusian competitor Aliona Falei in the Round of 32. Scheduled for a noon start, Eala, ranked 58th in the world, enters the tournament as the top seed after an impressive quarterfinal finish at the SP Open in Brazil. The 20-year-old Filipina is on an upward trajectory in the WTA rankings, having recently secured her first WTA Challenger title at the Guadalajara 125 Open.
After taking some time to recharge in the Philippines, Eala is ready to tackle a series of competitions in Asia. Her opponent, Falei, ranked 322nd in the world, recently claimed an ITF W35-level title in China, adding a layer of competitive vigor to the upcoming match. However, given Eala’s superior ranking and strong recent performances, she stands as the favorite in this first career meeting between the two players.
Marked by her seeding and recent successes, Eala aims to deliver a robust start in Jingshan, seeking to further climb the global rankings and cement her prominence on the WTA Tour. This promising endeavor places Eala in a favorable position as she continues to make strides in the international tennis landscape.