Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala has officially climbed to a career-high WTA world ranking of No. 50, marking a monumental moment for Philippine tennis. The 20-year-old continues to redefine the global perception of Filipino athletes with her record-breaking rise on the WTA Tour.

Eala’s journey to the Top 50 comes after a strong 2025 season highlighted by consistent results in major tournaments. She stunned the tennis world at the Miami Open 2025, upsetting top-seeded players including Iga Świątek en route to a semifinal finish. That breakout run earned her over $330,000 in prize money and positioned her as one of the fastest-rising players on tour.

She followed up with another milestone at the Eastbourne Open 2025, where she became the first Filipino to reach a WTA Tour final, narrowly losing to Australian Maya Joint in a thrilling three-set battle. Her ability to compete with the world’s best showcased her growing maturity and mental toughness.

At the US Open 2025, Eala made further history by becoming the first Filipino in the Open Era to win a Grand Slam main draw match, defeating Clara Tauson in the opening round.

With a 39-25 win-loss record and nearly $900,000 in total earnings this season, Alex Eala’s ascent to World No. 50 solidifies her as a rising force in international tennis. Her next goal is clear: to crack the Top 30 and claim her first WTA Tour title.