Alex Eala's Wimbledon run ignites Filipino tennis boom

Alex Eala's Wimbledon run ignites Filipino tennis boom

Alex Eala's historic Wimbledon run, where she reached the fourth round and eliminated defending champion Iga Swiatek, has sparked a tennis boom in the Philippines. Previously an elite sport, tennis is now inspiring everyday Filipinos like 14-year-old Maristella Torrecampo. Despite high costs, interest is surging, with President Ferdinand Marcos hosting a reception for Eala.

Source: BBC

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