Tennis legend Bllie Jean King praises 'inspiration' Alex Eala
MANILA, Philippines — Tennis legend Billie Jean King and Alex Eala shared a moment after the Filipino ace made more history for the Philippines in Wimbledon.
Eala was the star at Center Court on Saturday after she dethroned defending champion Iga Swiatek, 7-6(9), 6-2, to reach the All England Club round of 16.
“What a treat to spend some time with Alex Eala, fresh off her historic win at Wimbledon today,” King, a 12-time Grand Slam singles champion, posted on social media. “She is the first Filipino to reach the Round of 16. Such an inspiration for kids in the Philippines and all over the world. Keep going for it, Alex!”
Five-time Grand Slam winner Maria Sharapova was also in awe of Eala.
“What a star!” Sharapova, who won the Wimbledon crown in 2004, commented on an Instagram post by Wimbledon.
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