WTA roundup: Alex Eala, Claire Liu set for Hong Kong Tennis Open final

GMA Network - Nov 7, 2026

No. 2 seed Alexandra Eala of the Philippines will meet American Claire Liu in the final of the Hong Kong Tennis Open on Sunday.

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Young PH chessers bare fangs in Asean tilt

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