Philippine tennis sensation Alex Eala continues to make waves on the international stage as she secured a spot in the main draw of the ITF W75 2nd Empire Women’s Indoor 2024 tournament in Slovakia after a commanding victory in the qualifying round on Tuesday.

Fresh off reaching a career-high world ranking of No. 176, the 18-year-old Eala showcased her prowess on the court, dispatching her opponent Iryna Shymanovich of Belarus in straight sets with a scoreline of 6-0, 6-2. The match lasted an hour and 12 minutes, with Eala demonstrating her skill and determination to earn her place in the main tournament.

Eala dominated from the outset, blanking Shymanovich in the opening set to establish control and momentum early on. Her consistent performance throughout the match underscored her readiness to compete at the highest level of professional tennis.

With her qualification secured, Eala now enters the main draw of the tournament, where she will face stiff competition, including top-seeded player Anna Bondar of Hungary. Undeterred by the challenge ahead, Eala remains focused and determined to make her mark on the prestigious event.

This marks Eala’s second tournament appearance in Slovakia following her impressive showing at the W50 Trnava tournament, where she reached the quarterfinals in women’s singles and the semifinals in doubles. Her consistent performance and competitive spirit have earned her recognition and respect among her peers and fans worldwide.

Taking to social media after her victory, Eala expressed her satisfaction with her performance and determination to continue her winning streak. “Happy with the streak of matches I am able to play here in Slovakia. Let’s go for more,” she shared, reflecting her positive mindset and commitment to excellence in her tennis career.