By Samantha Yu
MANILA — Pinay pride Alexandra Eala started her Abu Dhabi campaign on a high note, defeating Turkey’s Zeynep Sönmez 2-0 in straight sets at the Challenger-level tournament.
Eala showcased consistency and composure throughout the match, combining a reliable first serve with sharp baseline play to secure the win. The victory brings her season tally to four wins in six matches, as she continues to chase her first tournament title of the year.
Looking ahead, Eala will take on Aliaksandra Sasnovich in her next match on Feb. 4 at 7:00 a.m. UTC. Fans can follow live updates as the match unfolds.
Statistically, Eala has maintained a first-serve success rate of 63.5%, winning 65.3% of first-serve points, while her second serve lands 85.2% of the time, earning 41.4% of points. She averages 1.2 aces per match and commits 4.2 double faults. Under pressure, Eala has saved 56.6% of break points and converted 41.8%, highlighting her resilience in crucial moments.
With her impressive opener over the Turkish contender, Eala is looking to carry momentum into the next round and solidify her position as one of the Philippines’ brightest tennis talents.
