Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala (2nd from right), with her parents, is honored with a homecoming reception at Malacañang, hosted by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and first lady Liza Marcos (3rd and 2nd from left), on Monday evening. —Inquirer/ Marianne Bermudez
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday showered Filipino tennis star Alex Eala with praise, saying she reminds Filipinos of “what a great race” they are.
Eala, who climbed to World No. 28 in the latest Women’s Tennis Association rankings, received a homecoming reception at Malacañang Palace.
Marcos’ admiration for the 21-year-old athlete was evident in his speech as he congratulated Eala for representing the Philippines well on the global tennis stage. He added that all 110 million Filipinos around the world are always supporting her.
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