Better than before, Eala eyes redemption vs Pegula with Washington title at stake

DISBELIEF. The Philippines' Alex Eala in action in the 2026 Washington Open.

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In pursuit of continuous personal growth, Alex Eala hopes her progress translates into a breakthrough crown when she tangles with world No. 3 Jessica Pegula in the Washington Open final

MANILA, Philippines – Alex Eala needs no extra motivation as she vies for her first-ever WTA Tour crown against Jessica Pegula.

In pursuit of continuous personal growth, Eala hopes her progress translates into a breakthrough crown when she tangles with the world No. 3 American in the final of the Washington Open in the United States on Sunday, August 2 (Monday, August 3, Manila time).