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Eala One Win Away from Second Title at Hong Kong Open
8 Nov
Summary
- Alex Eala is one match from her second WTA Tour title of the year.
- She defeated fourth seed Maria Sakkari in a rain-affected semifinal.
- Eala won a grueling 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 match against Sakkari.
Alex Eala has advanced to the finals of the Hong Kong Open, placing her one win away from her second WTA Tour title of the season. This achievement follows a dramatic semifinal victory over fourth seed Maria Sakkari. The match, played on Victoria Park Centre Court, was a tense affair, ultimately decided in three sets with Eala prevailing 7-5, 3-6, 6-4.
Throughout the semifinal, Eala demonstrated resilience, overcoming rain delays and a shifting momentum. After securing an early lead in the first set, she faced a comeback from Sakkari, eventually taking the opener 7-5. The second set saw Sakkari regain control, despite further weather interruptions, leveling the match at one set apiece.
In the deciding set, Eala again showcased her determination. She broke Sakkari's serve early and maintained her composure through further rain delays and Sakkari's attempts to rally. Eala secured the crucial break in the tenth game to clinch the set and the match. She will now face Claire Liu in the final.
