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Eala Shocks World No. 3 Pegula for Historic Title
4 Aug
Summary
- Alexandra Eala achieved a historic WTA Tour singles title.
- Eala defeated top seed Jessica Pegula in a comeback win.
- This victory propels Eala to a career-high world ranking.
Alexandra Eala has etched her name in tennis history, securing her first WTA Tour-level singles title by defeating top seed Jessica Pegula. The final, played in Washington, was delayed and suspended due to weather, but Eala mounted a stunning comeback.
Resuming on Monday, Eala, who trailed by a set, rallied to win the second set and then dominated the decider. Her powerful left-handed serve and fearless baseline play overwhelmed Pegula, securing a 4-6, 6-4, 6-0 victory. This triumph marks a significant achievement for the 21-year-old.
The victory extends Eala's impressive streak against top-10 opponents. Following this breakthrough, she is set to reach a career-high world ranking of number 20.
