Alex Eala sweeps Lu Jiajing to reach Jingshan Open semifinals

September 25, 2025admin

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 24: Alexandra Eala of the Philippines reacts against Clara Tauson of Denmark during their Women's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2025 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 24, 2025 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Sarah Stier/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Sarah Stier / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

MANILA, Philippines – Alex Eala secured her spot in the semifinals of the 2025 Jingshan Tennis Open after defeating China’s Lu Jiajing with a score of 6-4, 6-1 on Friday.

Eala faced some early challenges against the hometown favorite but quickly found her rhythm. She dominated the second set to seal the victory and advance further in the WTA 125 tournament.

This win marks another semifinal appearance for Eala, showcasing her continued success on the professional circuit.

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