Momentum is real—and Alex Eala is riding it with confidence.

In their exhibition match at the Kooyong Classic, Eala took the first set 6–3 against seasoned campaigner Donna Vekić, showing composure, sharp shot selection, and growing belief on the Melbourne court.

From the opening games, Eala dictated rallies with controlled aggression, forcing Vekić to defend deeper than planned. The Filipina’s movement and timing stood out—absorbing pressure, then striking when opportunities opened. This wasn’t reckless tennis; it was measured, mature, and confident.

While the Kooyong Classic is officially an exhibition, performances like this matter. These matches are rehearsals for bigger stages, and first sets often reveal mindset more than scorelines. For Eala, taking the opener against an experienced opponent signals readiness—not just to compete, but to challenge.

With one set secured, the task now shifts to closing. And as expectations rise, so does the spotlight. Still, Eala looks comfortable under it.

One down.
One more to go.

Alex Eala Set for Rematch vs Donna Vekic at Kooyong Classic

Another chapter is about to be written in Alex Eala’s fast-rising career—and this time, it comes with familiarity.

Fresh off reaching a career-high world ranking, Eala is set for a rematch against Donna Vekic at the Kooyong Classic in Melbourne. While the tournament is officially an exhibition event, the stakes feel anything but casual.

Vekic brings experience, power, and years of tour-level battles. Eala brings momentum, confidence, and a growing belief that she belongs in these matchups—not someday, but now.

The Kooyong Classic serves as a tune-up for the Australian Open, making this encounter more than a warm-up. It’s a measuring stick. For Eala, it’s a chance to apply lessons learned, test her adjustments, and show growth against a seasoned opponent who knows how to exploit small weaknesses.

What stands out is Eala’s timing. Entering the season with momentum, she’s no longer playing to “gain experience.” She’s playing to compete—point by point, set by set, against names the tennis world already knows.

For Filipino fans, this rematch symbolizes progress. For the tennis world, it’s another quiet signal that Alex Eala’s rise isn’t a fluke—it’s a trajectory.

One match won’t define the season.
But how she plays could say a lot about what’s coming next.