Filipino Alexandra Eala Wins Historic US Open Grand Slam Match

Alexandra Eala made history at the 2025 US Open by becoming the first Filipino player in the Open era to win a Grand Slam main-draw singles match, defeating 14th seed Clara Tauson in a thrilling first round encounter. Ranked 75th, Eala mounted a remarkable comeback from a 1-5 deficit in the deciding set, ultimately winning the match in a tense 13-11 tiebreaker, with the support of a passionate Filipino crowd at Flushing Meadows. This victory follows her strong season, including a Miami Open semi-final run where she defeated multiple Grand Slam champions, and a doubles Grand Slam win at Roland Garros. Eala expressed immense pride representing the Philippines on the global stage and credited her experience in close matches for her composure during the key moments. The win has energized Filipino tennis fans and highlighted the growing talent in Southeast Asia, as fellow regional player Janice Tjen also scored a notable upset on the same day. The tennis world has celebrated Eala’s breakthrough as a significant milestone for Philippine sports and a sign of rising talent in the region.