Alex Eala of the Philippines won a bronze medal in the Asian Games tennis singles after a three-set defeat to China’s Wang Xiyu. The match took place on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in the semifinals. Eala, the tournament’s top seed, had skipped the China Open to compete in Nagoya. She was aiming to become the first woman from the Philippines to win the event.
Eala faced Wang Xiyu in a closely contested match. The first set saw Eala take an early lead, winning 6-3. However, Wang Xiyu fought back in the second set, winning 6-3 to level the match. The third set was the most dramatic, with Eala eventually prevailing 6-2. The result marked the end of Eala’s bid for gold, but she secured a bronze medal.
This is the second consecutive Asian Games where Eala has won a medal. She previously earned silver in 2023. Her performance in Nagoya highlights her growing reputation on the international stage. Wang Xiyu, the top seed from China, advanced to the final and will compete for the gold medal. Eala’s bronze is a significant achievement for Philippine tennis, showcasing the country’s rising presence in the sport.
