Alexandra Eala of the Philippines achieved a significant upset by defeating defending champion Iga Swiatek of Poland in the third round of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, with a score of 7-6 (9), 6-2. This victory marks Eala as the first Filipino player, male or female, to advance to the fourth round of a Grand Slam singles tournament, celebrating a historic moment for the Philippines.
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In a surprising upset at Wimbledon, Iga Swiatek, the Polish third seed and defending champion, was defeated by rising Filipina star Alexandra Eala with a score of 7-6(9) 6-2 in the third round. The match, described as a fierce battle, took place at the All England Club on Saturday.
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IOL·July 4, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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