Brian Babao, Author at Sports Pilipinas

Meet Miko Eala, the Brother Who Inspired Alex Eala

Brian BabaoAugust 12, 2026

From Training Partner to Inspiration in Alex Eala’s Career Path Long before Alex Eala became a Philippine tennis star, older brother Miko regularly challenged her throughout their formative training years. Their shared journey stretched from Philippine age-group tournaments toward Spain and American collegiate tennis before their competitive paths eventually separated. Miko Eala Helped Introduce Alex...

Alex Eala Finds Big Positives After DC, Toronto Runs

Brian BabaoAugust 11, 2026

National Bank Open Success Adds to Eala’s Rising Momentum Alex Eala left Toronto without another trophy, but her North American hard-court swing delivered another significant career breakthrough. The Filipina captured her maiden WTA 500 title in Washington before reaching the National Bank Open Round of 16. Belinda Bencic Ends Alex Eala’s Seven-Match Winning Streak Eala’s...

Alex Eala Survives McNally to Reach Canadian Open R16

Brian BabaoAugust 9, 2026

Caty McNally Falls as Eala Extends Toronto Winning Streak Alex Eala defeated Caty McNally, 6-3, 5-7, 6-4, extending her winning streak to seven matches at the National Bank Open. The Filipina also managed right-foot discomfort during the three-set contest before securing her place in Toronto’s Round of 16. Eala Edges McNally in Three-Set Toronto Battle...

PH Finishes Aero Gymnastics Asians with Five Medals

Brian BabaoAugust 8, 2026

Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships Deliver Historic Philippine Finish The Philippines completed the 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships with five medals after adding two podium finishes on the final day. Competing in Tagaytay, the hosts finished with one gold, one silver, and three bronze medals across senior and youth events. Senior Aero Dance Team Captures Silver...

PH Wins First Gold at Asian Aerobic Gymnastics

Brian BabaoAugust 7, 2026

Cabides and Amante Lead Philippine Medal Success at Asian Championships Rhimel Cabides and Antonette Amante won the Philippines’ first gold at the 2026 Asian Aerobic Gymnastics Championships in Tagaytay. The Philippines earned its first gold medal at the 2026 Asian Aerobic Gymnastics Championships through Rhimel Daniel Cabides and Antonette Amante. Competing before Filipino supporters in...

Alex Eala Extends Winning Run in Toronto

Brian BabaoAugust 7, 2026

National Bank Open Run Continues With Eala’s Three-Set Victory Alex Eala defeated Alycia Parks in three sets at the National Bank Open, extending her hard-court run and reaching Toronto’s Round of 32. Alex Eala continued her strong hard-court form by defeating Alycia Parks in three sets at the National Bank Open. The Filipina recovered after...

Alex Eala Opens Canadian Open Against Parks

Brian BabaoAugust 6, 2026

National Bank Open Begins New Test For Champion Alex Eala Alex Eala quickly shifts her focus from a historic championship celebration to another major challenge as she begins her campaign at the WTA 1000 National Bank Open in Toronto. Fresh off becoming the first Filipina to win a WTA Tour singles title, the 20-year-old enters...

Alex Eala Makes History With First WTA 500 Title

Brian BabaoAugust 5, 2026

Washington Triumph Marks Eala’s Biggest Career Achievement Alex Eala produced the biggest victory of her professional career after rallying past World No. 3 Jessica Pegula to capture the 2026 Mubadala Citi DC Open title. The triumph made the 21-year-old Filipina the first Southeast Asian player to win a WTA 500 singles championship while adding another...

Rain Delays Alex Eala, Pegula DC Open Final

Brian BabaoAugust 4, 2026

DC Open Final Remains Unfinished After Heavy Rain Interruption Alex Eala’s pursuit of her first WTA 500 singles title remains on hold after heavy rain suspended the Mubadala DC Open championship match against world No. 3 Jessica Pegula. The unexpected delay paused one of the biggest matches of the Filipina star’s career with the title...

Alex Eala Set for Career Payday in DC Open Final

Brian BabaoAugust 3, 2026

Jessica Pegula Stands Between Eala And Historic WTA Title Alex Eala stands one victory away from the biggest championship and payday of her professional career as she prepares for the Mubadala DC Open final against Jessica Pegula. The Filipina sensation has already guaranteed herself a career-best finish and now has the opportunity to capture her...

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Meet Miko Eala, the Brother Who Inspired Alex Eala

Alex Eala Finds Big Positives After DC, Toronto Runs

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