Alex Eala's Semifinal Run Ends at Miami Open

Alexandra Eala's impressive run at the Miami Open concluded with a hard-fought loss to fourth-seeded Jessica Pegula in the semifinals. Eala, ranked 140th globally, made history as the lowest-ranked semifinalist, defeating top players including Iga Swiatek, Madison Keys, and Jelena Ostapenko. Despite losing 7-6(3), 5-7, 6-3, Eala showcased resilience, pushing Pegula to three sets over two hours and 24 minutes. Her performance guarantees her a spot in the WTA Top 100, marking a significant milestone for Philippine tennis. Eala expressed disappointment but remained positive about her achievements and aims to maintain her momentum. Pegula will face Aryna Sabalenka, who easily defeated Jasmine Paolini, in the final.