Camila Osorio Captures Historic WTA 125 Philippine Women's Open Crown in Manila
In a stunning display of resilience and skill, Colombia's Camila Osorio emerged victorious at the inaugural WTA 125 Philippine Women's Open, held at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center in Manila. The tournament, which concluded on Saturday, January 31, 2026, saw Osorio, seeded fifth and ranked world No. 84, claim the title after a hard-fought battle against Croatia's Donna Vekic.
A Comeback Victory for Osorio
Osorio's path to glory was not without challenges. She started the final match on the back foot, dropping the first set to Vekic with a score of 2-6. However, demonstrating remarkable determination, Osorio rallied in the subsequent sets, winning 6-3 and 7-5 to secure the match and the prestigious $15,500 top prize. This victory marks a significant milestone in her career, highlighting her ability to perform under pressure on the international stage.
Road to the Finals
Prior to the final, Osorio showcased her dominance in the semifinals, where she faced Argentina's Solana Sierra, the No. 3 seed. In a commanding performance, Osorio defeated Sierra with a decisive 6-0, 6-1 scoreline, setting the stage for her championship run. One of the most notable moments of her tournament was a quarterfinal clash against Filipina tennis star Alex Eala, whom Osorio bested 6-4, 6-4, adding to the excitement for local fans.
Doubles Champions: Chong and Liang Shine
In the doubles competition, the spotlight fell on Eudice Chong of Hong Kong and Liang En-Shuo of Chinese Taipei, who clinched the title on Friday. The duo displayed exceptional teamwork and composure, rallying from a set down to defeat the top-seeded American pair of Sabrina Santamaria and Quinn Gleason. The match ended with scores of 2-6, 7-6 (2), 10-6, showcasing their ability to thrive in high-pressure situations.
This victory represents their third WTA Challenger doubles title together, following previous successes at the Changsha Open and Jingzhou Open in China last September. For Liang, it marks her fourth career doubles title, including a win at the 2021 Charleston Pro tournament with Canadian partner Rebecca Marino. Their journey to the finals included impressive wins in the quarterfinals against Japan's Mana Ayukawa and Kanako Morisaki (6-4, 6-2) and in the semifinals against Chinese Taipei's Cho I-Hsuan and Cho Yi Tsen (6-3, 6-3).
The tournament has not only provided thrilling tennis action but also highlighted the growing prominence of women's sports in the Philippines, drawing international attention to the country's sporting infrastructure and talent.
