Eala skipped the China Open for her country — now a medal is guaranteed
Alex Eala won 7–5, 6–0 to reach the semi-finals and secure at least bronze. Her tournament choice has already paid off.
Events: 30 Sept 2026 – 4 Oct 2026
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Alex Eala defeated Joanna Garland 7–5, 6–0 in the Asian Games women’s singles quarter-final on 30 September, guaranteeing the Philippines at least a bronze medal. Garland led 4–3 in the opening set, but Eala reversed the momentum and did not drop a game in the second.
The weight of one choice
The world No.18 skipped the China Open in Beijing to represent her country in Nagoya. According to Reuters, competing here had long been one of her dreams. The OCA’s qualification note says the women’s singles champion can earn a Los Angeles 2028 quota if she remains inside the top 500 in June 2028. Eala’s choice therefore carries sporting strategy as well as emotion. More stories are available in our tennis section.
