US EditionAlexandra Eala’s Heart-Warming Australian Open Debut Ends in a Loss to Parks
- On Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, Alexandra Eala made her Australian Open debut in Melbourne and lost to Alycia Parks 0-6, 6-3, 6-2.
- Following a breakout 2025 campaign, Alexandra Eala, Philippines trailblazer, built momentum from a Miami Open semifinal and a climb into the world's top 50, fueling national interest.
- Starting brightly, Eala broke Parks in a first-set marathon opening game lasting 12 minutes with eight break-point chances and took the set in 22 minutes, before Parks raised her level and won 12 of the next 6 games.
- Parks advanced to the second round and will face Karolina Muchova, while Eala will redirect focus to doubles and signed autographs for Philippine supporters.
- Despite packed queues and chants, organisers could have used a bigger show court as Court 6, Melbourne Park hosted a football-style crowd embracing Alexandra Eala's journey, prompting reflection on Philippine tennis.
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Philippines star Alexandra Eala crashes out of Australian Open
Filipino Alexandra Eala lost a see-saw first round Australian Open battle with American Alycia Parks 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 on Court 6 in a match that lasted one hour and 55 minutes. Eala outlined how she felt after her loss. With a loss comes disappointment “I think it’s only normal that with a loss comes disappointment and being upset. “But then again, it’s another opportunity for me to take and learn and grow as a player.” Eala expressed how much love…
Massive crowd turn up for Alex Eala’s match only to return disappointed
Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala draws massive crowds at the Australian Open, only to face disappointment as she loses to Alycia Parks. Discover the electrifying atmosphere and the challenges of her rising fame.
Australian Open win remains elusive for Alex Eala despite perfect start
MANILA, Philippines – A dream start turned into a nightmare end for Alex Eala as she crashed out of the Australian Open. Eala saw her breakthrough main draw appearance in the first Grand Slam of the year conclude swiftly after a stinging 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 loss to American Alycia Parks in the first round in Melbourne Park on Monday, January 19. Buoyed by a loud Filipino crowd that packed Court 6, Eala served a bagel in the opening set but lost steam …
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