Alexandra Eala First Filipino Woman Winning US Open Match

Alexandra Eala made history at the 2025 US Open by becoming the first woman from the Philippines to win a Grand Slam main-draw match after an epic comeback against world No. 14 Clara Tauson. Eala, ranked 75th and training at the Rafael Nadal Academy, overcame a 5-1 deficit in the final set to win 6-3, 2-6, 7-6(13-11), with a pivotal video review confirming a controversial double fault in her favor during match point. The victory marked her first Grand Slam match win and her fourth victory against a top-20 opponent in 2025, highlighting her rising star status after a strong season including a Miami Open semifinal run. Eala's emotional win was celebrated by fans and she urged others to dream big and be ambitious, drawing inspiration from her family. Meanwhile, 16-year-old Julieta Pareja, a rising talent and ITF Junior World No. 1, also gained attention for her achievements this year, including reaching the Wimbledon finals and a WTA semifinal, earning a wild card entry to the US Open. The expanded use of video review at the US Open played a crucial role in Eala's win, showcasing new technology's impact on match outcomes.