On the windy grass courts of Eastbourne, Alex Eala showcased her growing prowess in the WTA 250 Eastbourne Open. The Filipina tennis star delivered a commanding performance against Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska, securing a 6-1, 6-2 victory in the quarterfinals. This win follows her stunning upset of world No. 20 Jelena Ostapenko, further establishing Eala as a formidable force on the tour.

Despite challenging weather conditions, Eala maintained her composure, utilizing deep and consistent returns to neutralize Yastremska's powerful play. The match statistics highlighted Eala's dominance, with a total points disparity of 57-37 in her favor. She capitalized on all seven break opportunities and limited her errors to just 10, compared to Yastremska's 24.

Eala's court awareness and defensive strategies allowed her to control the tempo from the outset, ensuring a one-sided affair. This marks her second WTA semifinal appearance, following her breakout performance at the 2025 Miami Open, which first brought her international attention.

Currently on a five-match winning streak on grass, Eala is set to face France's Varvara Gracheva (World No. 111) in the semifinals. This matchup presents a significant opportunity for Eala to reach her first-ever WTA final and prepare for her upcoming debut at the Wimbledon Open.