Filipino crowd once again lifts Eala to victory over Sonmez in Abu Dhabi

The fever caused by Alexandra Eala in the Philippines continues to rise. The 20-year-old always has an 'army' of fellow countrymen fans at any tournament she competes in. This time it was in her debut at WTA Abu Dhabi 2026, where she secured victory against Zeynep Sonmez by 6-4, 6-3 after one hour and 31 minutes of play. She is now in the round of 16 and awaits Aliaksandra Sasnovich, who defeated Paula Badosa.

Other results from the day at WTA Abu Dhabi 2026

• J Ostapenko d. O Selekhmeteva: 57 76(4) 62

• D Yastremska d. B Haddad Maia: 62 75

• J Teichmann d. M Bolkvadze: 76(8) 36 63

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