Historic Victory: Camila Osorio Triumphs at Inaugural Philippine Women's Open
Colombian tennis sensation Camila Osorio has etched her name in Philippine sports history by winning the first-ever WTA 125 Philippine Women's Open title. The dramatic final match took place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the iconic Rizal Memorial Tennis Center in Manila.
A Comeback Story for the Ages
Osorio, currently ranked world No. 84 and seeded fifth in the tournament, demonstrated remarkable resilience against Croatian opponent Donna Vekic. After dropping the first set 2-6, the Colombian athlete mounted an impressive comeback, taking the next two sets 6-3, 7-5 to secure the championship trophy.
The victory earned Osorio the tournament's top prize of $15,500 and marked a significant milestone in her professional career. Her path to the finals included dominant performances against formidable opponents, showcasing her growing prowess on the international tennis circuit.
Road to Championship Glory
Osorio's journey to the championship match featured several notable victories. In the semifinals, she delivered a commanding performance against Argentina's Solana Sierra, the tournament's third seed, winning 6-0, 6-1. Perhaps her most significant win came in the quarterfinals, where she defeated Filipino tennis star Alex Eala with scores of 6-4, 6-4.
This victory over the home favorite demonstrated Osorio's ability to perform under pressure against highly regarded opponents, setting the stage for her championship triumph.
Doubles Championship Highlights
While Osorio claimed the singles title, the doubles competition produced its own thrilling narrative. On Friday, January 30, the international pairing of Eudice Chong from Hong Kong and Liang En-Shuo from Chinese Taipei captured the doubles championship in dramatic fashion.
The duo displayed exceptional teamwork and mental fortitude, rallying from a set down to defeat top-seeded Americans Sabrina Santamaria and Quinn Gleason. The final scores read 2-6, 7-6 (2), 10-6, with the match culminating in a tense deciding tiebreak.
This victory marked their third WTA Challenger doubles title together, following previous successes at the Changsha Open and Jingzhou Open in China during September of the previous year. For Liang En-Shuo, this represented her fourth career doubles title, adding to her previous achievement at the 2021 Charleston Pro tournament with Canadian partner Rebecca Marino.
Tournament Significance and Legacy
The inaugural WTA 125 Philippine Women's Open represents a significant development for tennis in the Philippines, bringing international competition to local courts and providing opportunities for both international stars and homegrown talent like Alex Eala to compete at a high level.
The successful hosting of this tournament at the historic Rizal Memorial Tennis Center demonstrates the Philippines' growing capacity to host world-class sporting events and contributes to the development of tennis infrastructure and interest throughout the country.
