Alex Eala’s Triumph at WTA Mutua Madrid Open
After a series of lackluster singles games, Alex Eala in Madrid earns a massive career boost, downing Ukrainian vet Lesia Tsurenko, one of the highest-ranked players she has ever faced in her young career.
Match Highlights
- Eala showed remarkable poise by coming back from a set down and erasing a third set deficit to thwart Lesia Tsurenko.
- She won the match in three pulsating sets, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4, at the red clay court of La Caja Magica in Madrid, Spain.
- Despite a sluggish start, Eala displayed resilience and determination throughout the match.
Upcoming Challenges
Receiving a wildcard entry to the main draw of the Madrid Open for the second straight year, Eala is set to face Romania’s Sorana Cirstea in the second round.
Another upset victory by Eala could lead to a potential third-round clash against world No. 1 Iga Swiatek of Poland.
Tournament Details
The Mutua Madrid Open is a WTA Masters 1000 event, featuring nine out of the top ten WTA-ranked players, including Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and Elena Rybakina.
