PHPhilippine tennis player Alex Eala expressed gratitude despite suffering a heartbreak defeat at the US Open, losing to her close friend Iva Jovic in the third round. Eala, ranked world No. 18, acknowledged the strong support from the crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium and reflected on her performance, noting she had taken a set from Jovic and led in the final set. While the loss ended her hopes of matching her best Grand Slam result, Eala emphasized the privilege of competing on such a prestigious stage and the importance of continuing to work hard. She is set to compete in upcoming tournaments including the Singapore Open and the Asian Games.
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