The remarkable 2025 campaign of Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala concluded on Sunday, December 28, with a straight-sets defeat in the women's singles event of the MGM Macau Tennis Masters. The 20-year-old succumbed to world No. 9 Russian Mirra Andreeva with a scoreline of 6-4, 6-2.
A Tough Finale Against a Top-10 Opponent
Facing a formidable opponent in Mirra Andreeva, Eala fought hard but ultimately fell in two sets. The match, held on December 28, 2025, marked the end of her singles run at the prestigious tournament in Macau. Despite the loss, Eala maintained a positive outlook, emphasizing the value of the experience against such a highly-ranked player.
In a post-match interview, Eala expressed her gratitude to the supporters and shared her feelings about competing at the event. "This experience was just so great for me," Eala stated, as reported by ABS-CBN News.
A Year of Significant Career Milestones
While the defeat in Macau closed the chapter on 2025, it does not overshadow the substantial achievements Eala secured throughout the year. The most notable was her ascent to a career-high world ranking of No. 50. This breakthrough positioned her as one of the most promising talents in women's tennis. As of the latest rankings, the young Filipina star holds the world No. 53 position.
Her successful year is a testament to consistent performance and growth on the international circuit, bringing pride to Philippine sports.
Mixed Doubles Campaign with Jerry Shang
Earlier in the MGM Macau Tennis Masters, Alex Eala also showcased her skills in the mixed doubles discipline. She partnered with Chinese player Juncheng "Jerry" Shang for the event. Their duo, however, faced a challenging match and was defeated by the pair of Yibing Wu and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. The match ended with a score of 7-5, 7-6, concluding Eala's participation in the tournament.
The 2025 season may have ended with a loss, but for Alex Eala, it stands as a year of breaking personal records and gaining invaluable experience against the world's best, setting a strong foundation for the seasons ahead.
