After her early departure from the singles competition at the Italian Open, Filipino tennis star Alex Eala is now poised to enter the doubles tournament, teaming up with 2023 US Open champion Coco Gauff. At just 21 years old, Gauff holds the number three spot in the Women’s Tennis Association rankings. She recently faced off against world number one Aryna Sabalenka at the Madrid Open, where she was eliminated.
In 2023, Gauff also claimed victory at the Italian Open in the singles category. Meanwhile, Eala, who is 19 years old, has recently achieved a career-high ranking of 70. In her last outing at the Madrid Open, she was defeated by world number two Iga Swiatek in the Round of 64.
Eala and Gauff are set to kick off their doubles journey against Alexandra Panova and the Hungarian duo of Fanny Stollar in the Round of 32. The timing for the commencement of the doubles tournament is still awaited.
This upcoming pairing presents an exciting opportunity for both players, combining Eala’s rising talent with Gauff’s established success on the court. Their collaboration could lead to a powerful performance in the doubles arena, showcasing their skills and teamwork. The anticipation for their match adds to the excitement of the tournament as fans look forward to witnessing the synergy between these two talented young athletes.