Alex Eala reflects on Wuhan Open: ‘Next year I’ll be back better’
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Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala is ready to bounce back after a challenging debut at the WTA 1000 Wuhan Open, where she faced the formidable world No. 1 doubles player, Katerina Siniakova.
Despite a disappointing start to her campaign, Eala remains optimistic and reflects on her experience with gratitude.
The 19-year-old athlete from the Rafa Nadal Academy put up a fierce fight against Siniakova, but ultimately succumbed to a 3-6, 1-6 defeat in a match that lasted just over an hour and 25 minutes at the Optics Valley International Tennis Centre in Hubei, China.
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Although her journey in the tournament was cut short, Eala expressed her satisfaction and excitement over the opportunity to compete on such a prestigious stage, stating she felt “nothing but happy” just by being there.
The young tennis star’s participation in the Wuhan Open was an achievement, as she was one of only four players granted wild card entries into the main draw of this elite event, which ranks just below the Grand Slams and the WTA Finals.
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After the match, she took to Instagram to share her gratitude for the support she received, particularly from her sponsors and fans. In her post, she wrote, “Next year I’ll be back better,” signaling her commitment to improvement and growth.
In her message, Eala thanked her sponsors for their unwavering support, and expressed her happiness at playing in front of her biggest supporters, her uncle and aunt. She said that she had an incredible time in Wuhan.
As she reflects on this milestone in her career, Eala is determined to learn from her experiences in Wuhan and come back stronger.
With her eyes set on future tournaments, she is prepared to face whatever challenges lie ahead, including the possibility of going head-to-head with top players, like world No. 2 and three-time Grand Slam champion Aryna Sabalenka.
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