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Carlos Alcaraz Rallies Past Jaime Faria at US Open

Brian BabaoSeptember 3, 2026

Defending Champion Survives Faria Test in New York Carlos Alcaraz recovered from an uneven opening set to defeat Jaime Faria, 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2, at the US Open. The defending champion reached the third round while receiving an extended physical test following his four-month absence with a wrist injury. Alcaraz Recovers From Slow Start Against...

Alex Eala Faces Mary Stoiana in US Open First Round

Brian BabaoSeptember 2, 2026

Historic Season Leads Eala Into Another Grand Slam Stage Alex Eala begins another Grand Slam campaign against Mary Stoiana while carrying a career-best World No. 18 ranking into New York. The Filipina enters the US Open as the No. 17 seed after building impressive form throughout her North American hard-court campaign. Eala Enters US Open...

Alex Eala Keeps Focus Amid Hype Before US Open Opener

Brian BabaoAugust 31, 2026

World No. 18 Ranking Brings New Expectations to Filipina Star Alex Eala enters the US Open carrying unprecedented attention while refusing to exaggerate her growing influence within international tennis. Ranked World No. 18 and seeded No. 17, the Filipina approaches another Grand Slam challenge with gratitude and perspective. Eala Stays Grounded as US Open Attention...

Alex Eala to Face Janice Tjen in Philippine Arena Event

Brian BabaoAugust 30, 2026

Regional Rivalry Takes Center Stage at Eala December Showcase Alex Eala will cap her historic 2026 season with a Philippine Arena homecoming against Indonesian standout Janice Tjen on December 8. The exhibition combines regional tennis, Filipino culture, and an ambitious attendance target inside one of the world’s largest indoor arenas. Eala Returns Home for Massive...

Alex Eala, Naomi Osaka Reunite Before US Open Opener

Brian BabaoAugust 30, 2026

Grand Slam Preparation Continues with Elite Practice Partner Alex Eala will sharpen her US Open preparations alongside Naomi Osaka before beginning her campaign against American qualifier Mary Stoiana. The session reunites Eala with a familiar elite opponent after their recent meeting during her championship run in Washington. Osaka Practice Sharpens Eala Before US Open Opener...

Alex Eala Brings Historic Tennis Season Home to Philippines

Brian BabaoAugust 29, 2026

Record Crowd Ambition Highlights Philippines’ Growing Tennis Movement Alex Eala will bring her breakthrough season home for a Philippine Arena spectacle targeting one of tennis’ largest recorded crowds. The December showcase combines an ambitious attendance goal with Filipino tennis, culture, emerging players, and Eala’s growing international profile. Eala Homecoming Targets Historic Philippine Arena Crowd Aeron...

Stan Wawrinka Gets US Open Wild Card for Final New York Run

Brian BabaoAugust 27, 2026

Three-Time Champion Returns to New York for Farewell Run Stan Wawrinka will receive one final US Open appearance after a late wild-card opening revived his farewell trip to New York. The unexpected invitation gives the three-time Grand Slam champion another opportunity to compete where he captured his memorable 2016 title. Wawrinka Gets Unexpected US Open...

Alex Eala, Auger-Aliassime Exit US Open Mixed Doubles

Brian BabaoAugust 26, 2026

Svitolina-Monfils Duo Controls US Open Mixed Doubles Match Alex Eala and Felix Auger-Aliassime exited US Open mixed doubles after losing against Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils. The husband-and-wife pairing secured a 4-1, 4-1 victory, ending Eala and Auger-Aliassime’s campaign after only 39 minutes. Eala, Auger-Aliassime Fall in Quick US Open Opener Camille B. Naredo’s ABS-CBN...

Alex Eala Reaches No. 18, Makes Southeast Asian WTA History

Brian BabaoAugust 25, 2026

Southeast Asian Tennis Record Falls as Eala Reaches New Peak Alex Eala reached another career milestone after climbing to World No. 18 in the latest Women’s Tennis Association singles rankings. The Filipina also established a Southeast Asian benchmark, adding regional significance to her rapid rise during a breakthrough 2026 season. Alex Eala Makes Southeast Asian...

Coco Gauff Beats Jessica Pegula to Win Cincinnati Open

Brian BabaoAugust 24, 2026

Five Straight Wins Power Gauff Toward US Open Confidence Coco Gauff captured her second Cincinnati Open championship after defeating fellow American Jessica Pegula, 6-2, 6-4, in Sunday’s final. The victory completed a dominant week for Gauff, who won five matches without dropping a set before turning toward New York. Gauff Controls Historic All-American Cincinnati Final...

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Carlos Alcaraz Rallies Past Jaime Faria at US Open

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