She is set to return to action next week.
In a story uploaded onto her Instagram account on Monday, July 20, Filipina tennis star Alex Eala shared her message to her fans at home as she departed the country for the next series of matches abroad.
The 21-year-old came home to the Philippines last July 12 after her historic run at the Wimbledon Championships 2026 in the United Kingdom earlier in the month.
There, she became the first Filipina to make it to the fourth round of the Grand Slam event—is nothing but thankful for those who showed support during her week-long break.
Over the past few days, she had several engagements, including a fan event held in Makati City.
Attaching picture taken from the said activity, she wrote: “Maraming salamat sa pagtanggap sa akin mga kababayan! Each and every one of your stories has touched me on a profound level.”
Alex also added that the support she received has given her a “refreshed memory” of what she carries with her while playing tennis.
“I leave with a refreshed memory of what I carry when I’m out there playing tennis. And wow is it a privilege to be part of something bigger than myself,” Eala furthered.
Lastly, Alex said, “Never been prouder to represent home.”
Alex is set to participate in the upcoming Mubadala DC Open that will take place in the United States and during which, multiple players — including some of the world’s leading female tennis stars — are set to compete.
The lineup includes the likes of Jessica Pegula, Elina Svitolina. Marta Kostyuk, Naomi Osaka, Jasmine Paolini, Clara Tauson, and Janice Tjen, among many others.
It has also been confirmed that Alex will be having reunion with Venus Williams, whom she previously played alongside in the Bad Homburg Open in Germany last June.
She is also being reported to be included im the main draw of the US Open, which is the final Grand Slam tournament this year.