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Eala upsets Wimbledon champion Swiatek in win for Philippines, No. 2 seed Rybakina also out
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 4, 2026
· 2 min read
Iga Swiatek’s title defense at Wimbledon ended Saturday in a 7-6 (9), 6-2 third-round loss to 21-year-old Alexandra Eala, who continues to make history for the Philippines.Eala is the first Filipino player, male or female, to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam singles tournament.The left-hand...
Key takeaway The third-seeded Swiatek earned her first Wimbledon women’s title a year ago when she beat Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in the final.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The city of San Antonio , with its own vibrant Filipino community, is likely abuzz with excitement over Alexandra Eala's historic win at Wimbledon. As the first Filipino player to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam singles tournament, Eala's achievement is a source of pride for Filipinos in San Antonio and beyond. Her mention of "countrymen cheering me on" suggests a strong sense of connection to her heritage, which is reflected in the local Filipino population. San Antonio's cultural diversity is one of its strengths, and Eala's win is a testament to the city's ability to inspire and support athletes from all backgrounds. As Eala continues her run at Wimbledon, San Antonio's Filipino community will be watching with bated breath, cheering her on as she makes history for the Philippines.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Iga Swiatek’s title defense at Wimbledon ended Saturday in a 7-6 (9), 6-2 third-round loss to 21-year-old Alexandra Eala, who continues to make history for the Philippines.Eala is the first Filipino player, male or female, to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam singles tournament.The left-hand...
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