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Eala Dethrones Champion Swiatek at Wimbledon: A Career-Defining Triumph

July 5, 2026Эдуард Алтухов1 мин

Filipino tennis player Alexandra Eala, seeded 29th, delivered the most exceptional performance of her career on Saturday. She defeated the reigning champion, Iga Swiatek, with a final score of 7-6 (9), 6-2. This victory propelled Eala into the fourth round of Wimbledon, marking a historic achievement as she became the first Filipino athlete, male or female, to advance to the second week of a Grand Slam tournament in the Open era. The 21-year-old displayed remarkable courage and fearlessness against her Polish opponent, securing the most significant win of her professional life.