Who is Alexandra Eala? 19-year-old Filipina stuns two Grand Slam winners in Miami Open 2025

Tennis sensation Alexandra Eala is making bold headlines at the Miami Open 2025. The teenage star pulled off a big upset in the marquee event as she defeated world number 25 and 2017 French Open winner Jelena Ostapenko with a scoreline of 7-6, 7-5 in the second round of the marquee event.

Notably, Eala's win over Ostapenko marks her first against a top-30 opponent. The Filipino star is proving that she belongs on the big stage. She continued her great form in the third game as well, as she defeated world number five and 2025 Australian Open winner Madison Keys to storm into the pre-quarterfinals of the marquee event.

What's next for Eala in the Miami Open 2025?

Eala defeated the American sensation 6-4, 6-2, marking the biggest win of her career. The star player has advanced to the fourth round of the WTA 1000 tournament for the first time ever. She is set to face Paula Badosa in the next round, where she will aim to defeat the Spanish star to book a berth in the quarterfinals.

But are you people aware of who the coach is guiding her through this breakthrough moment? Eala has been trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain since 2018, a top-tier facility founded by legendary player Rafael Nadal. Rafael Nadal himself played a role in shaping her game. The 22-time Grand Slam winner has been a huge influence on Eala's career.

The star player has credited Rafa Nadal Academy for her success after her win over Keys. Notably, tenth-seeded player Paula Badosa needs to stand between Alexandra Eala and a spot in the quarterfinals of the Miami Open 2025. The duo will face each other on Monday, March 24, to seal the last eight spots.

Notably, the 19-year-old sensation has already taken down two Grand Slam winners in the Miami Open.  The star player will be eager for more glory and to win another high-profile name in Florida.

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