Overview

• Alexandra Eala defeated Madison Keys, the reigning Australian Open champion, 6-4, 6-2 in the third round of the Miami Open.
• This victory makes Eala the first Filipino player to defeat a top-10 opponent since the WTA rankings began in 1975.
• Eala's win follows her earlier triumph over Jelena Ostapenko, marking her first victory over a top-30 opponent at the tournament.
• Trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy since age 13, Eala credits her family and the academy for her development and success on the WTA Tour.
• She advances to the Round of 16 to face 10th seed Paula Badosa, aiming to continue her groundbreaking run.