Eala becomes first Filipino to win WTA singles title
Alexandra Eala becomes the first Filipino to win a WTA singles title as she beats top seed Jessica Pegula in a delayed Washington Open final.
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"I feel so much love. I knew whatever happened, this match would have already been a win for me."
— Alexandra Eala , Athlete
"To see how far you've come over the last couple of years since we first played, to see the amazing fans that follow you every place you go, it's not fun to play against, but I think it's amazing."
— Jessica Pegula , Athlete
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Alexandra Eala is a Filipina tennis player who made history by defeating the defending champion Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon.
Jessica Pegula is an American professional tennis player currently ranked world number four.
Taylor Fritz is an American professional tennis player.
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Alexandra Eala becomes the first Filipino to win a WTA singles title as she beats top seed Jessica Pegula in a delayed Washington Open final.
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