The 20-year-old Alex Eala is set to make history at the upcoming French Open 2025 in Paris, France. She is the first Filipino tennis player, male or female, to enter the singles main draw of a Grand Slam in the Open era of tennis.
Eala will face Emiliana Arango of Colombia in the first round of the Roland-Garros this Sunday, May 25. Although Eala is ranked higher as world No. 69, this is not a guarantee of victory because her opponent is also good.
The Open era of tennis began in 1968, when professional and amateur players were allowed to compete. Since then, the competition in tournaments such as the Grand Slams has become more even.
Arango, the world No. 88, has a strong record this year. She won the WTA 125 Cancun Tennis Open and reached the finals of the WTA 500 Merida Akron Open after winning the qualifying rounds. She only lost to world No. 9 Emma Navarro in the championship match.
Arango, the world No. 88, has a strong record this year. She won the WTA 125 Cancun Tennis Open and reached the finals of the WTA 500 Merida Akron Open after winning the qualifying rounds. She only lost to world No. 9 Emma Navarro in the championship match.
