Alexandra Eala Opens Abu Dhabi Campaign With Win Over Turkey’s Sonmez

Alexandra Eala, the rising Filipino tennis star, made a powerful statement as she began her 2026 Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open campaign with a straight-sets victory over Turkey’s Zeynep Sonmez in the first round of the WTA 500 tournament in the United Arab Emirates. The 20-year-old showed poise, skill, and determination to secure a 6-4, 6-3 win and advance to the Round of 16 in a clear sign that she is continuing her steady rise through the world tennis rankings.