Rafael Nadal's sister Maribel congratulated Alexandra Eala, who scripted history at the US Open by becoming the first Filipino in the Open Era to win a Grand Slam main-draw match, defeating 14th seed Clara Tauson.
Alexandra Eala made history at the 2025 US Open, becoming the first Filipino in the Open Era to win a Grand Slam main-draw match. The 19-year-old stunned 14th seed Clara Tauson with a thrilling 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 comeback victory.