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Jul 29, 2026; Washington, D.C., USA; Alexandra Eala (PHI) (R) hugs Leylah Fernandez (CAN) (L) at the net after their match on day three of the 2026 Mubadala DC Open at Rock Creek Park Tennis Center. © Geoff Burke-Imagn Images Alexandra Eala denied Leylah Fernandez a chance at a second consecutive title at the Mubadala DC Open. An inspired performance saw the Filipino star send the defending champion packing in straight sets after fending off a comeback attempt.
Fernandez, who has now arrived in Toronto for her home tournament, opened up about how the match unfolded.
Leylah Fernandez Shares Her Thoughts on Facing Defeat Against Alexandra Eala at the DC Open Fernandez, who has endured a rather underwhelming season, arrived at the DC Open hoping to successfully defend her title. Ahead of her campaign, the Canadian star said that enjoying her time on the court played a major role in her…
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