A life-changing season: Why Alex Eala remains a 'champion' despite her HK Open loss

GMA Network - Nov 8, 2026

HONG KONG -- Alexandra Eala came up short against Claire Liu in the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open final, but the proud Filipina's remarkable start-to-finish 2026 campaign secured her status as a true champion in the hearts of her compatriots.

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Nov 8, 2026

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