Alex Eala and Iva Jovic bow out in the 2026 ASB Classic women’s doubles semifinals, but the journey continues for Eala as she gears up for her singles semifinal showdown against China’s Xinyu Wang this Saturday
Eala, Jovic Fall Short in ASB Classic Doubles, but Singles Dream Lives On
Alex Eala and Iva Jovic saw their impressive run at the 2026 ASB Classic come to an end after bowing out in the women’s doubles semifinals, but the tournament is far from over for the rising Filipina star.
The young duo battled hard against seasoned opposition, showing flashes of chemistry and resilience, yet ultimately fell just short of booking a place in the finals. Despite the loss, their semifinal appearance marks another valuable step forward, highlighting Eala’s growing comfort and confidence on the WTA stage.
Attention now shifts quickly back to singles for Eala, who is preparing for one of the biggest matches of her career. This Saturday, she faces China’s Xinyu Wang in a highly anticipated singles semifinal—a clash that promises intensity, skill, and high stakes.
With momentum still on her side and lessons learned from doubles competition, Eala enters the semifinal determined and focused. Fans will be watching closely as she looks to extend her remarkable ASB Classic campaign and move one step closer to a championship moment.
