Alex Eala makes history at US Open

Alex Eala makes history at US Open

Alexandra Eala battled from 5-1 down in the deciding set to beat Denmark's 14th seed Clara Tauson 6-3 2-6 7-6(11) in their US Open first round encounter on Sunday (August 24), becoming the first woman from the Philippines to record a singles win at a Grand Slam in the Open era.

World number one Aryna Sabalenka began her title defence in style with a 7-5 6-1 win over Switzerland's Rebeka Masarova.

Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton kept American hopes flying high, while 2021 champion Emma Raducanu advanced to the second round for the first time since her triumph.

USTA / IMG / REUTERS

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