‘I can’t wait to play’: Filipino tennis player Alex Eala gears up for Toronto tournament

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“Eala-mania” has gripped the world after Filipino tennis player Alex Eala’s historic win at DC Open earlier this week. “The past 24 hours have been crazy, and, you know, I’m really, really excited to be here in Toronto for the first time,” Eala said. Eala has fans not just in Toronto but around the world who are watching her matches at every tournament. “You guys make my job super, super fun, and I hope you enjoy tennis. 25 seed Eala is set to face Alycia Parks at centre court in Toronto on Wednesday.