GOOD FRIENDS. The Philippines' Alex Eala and the USA's Iva Jovic in action in the 2026 US Open.
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Gal pals Alex Eala and Iva Jovic reach the third round of the US Open for the first time in their careers, with the Filipina hoping victory will finally go her way after losing to the American in their first two encounters
Alex Eala faces Iva Jovic in the third round of the US Open, hoping to overcome previous losses to her friend.
Both players have won their first two matches without dropping a set, making this clash highly anticipated.
