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WHATEVER IT TAKES. The Philippines' Alexandra Eala in action during her third-round match against Poland's Iga Swiatek in the 2026 Wimbledon Championships.
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Who would have thought that Alex Eala, a girl from a country where tennis is considered a niche sport, will go on to dethrone the defending champion at the oldest and most prestigious Grand Slam tournament?
MANILA, Philippines – Young Alex Eala must be smiling right now.
