The Eala effectWe’ve all been losing sleep over Alex Eala’s continuing rise in international tennis. Giving Filipinos all over the world something to cheer about in tennis after more than three decades, the galvanizing effect is unmistakable. More than being a great showcase of tennis, it was also an avenue for his template for sports and tourism to mix. Moreover, Filipino fans are very accepting, ready to embrace opponents and doubles partners alike, something WTA professionals never experience. Here’s the exclamation: because of the massive support she gets, Eala is now becoming a favorite WTA wild card participant.
