Alex Eala’s finest US Open run ends as skid vs friend Iva Jovic continues

FRIENDS. Iva Jovic of the United States embraces the Philippines' Alexandra Eala after winning her third-round match in the 2026 US Open.

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Alex Eala squanders a 4-2 lead in the deciding set as she falls short of a fourth-round berth at the US Open and remains winless against Iva Jovic

Alex Eala lost to American world No. 14 Iva Jovic in the third round of the US Open, marking her third defeat against Jovic in their WTA Tour meetings.

Eala had a strong performance, leading 4-2 in the deciding set, but ultimately lost the match 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 after a 3-hour marathon.

Alex Eala’s finest US Open run ends as skid vs friend Iva Jovic continues

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