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Eala claims straight‑sets win to knock out defending champion Swiatek

21-year old Alexandra Eala pulls off a stunning straight sets win over defending champion Iga Swiatek, to become the first player from the Philipines to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam at Wimbledon 2026.

July 4, 2026 4 views
Eala claims straight‑sets win to knock out defending champion Swiatek
Image: BBC Sport
21-year old Alexandra Eala pulls off a stunning straight sets win over defending champion Iga Swiatek, to become the first player from the Philipines to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam at Wimbledon 2026.

Originally published at BBC Sport

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