Alex Eala in awe of Federer comeback

Before shifting her focus to the women’s singles action, Alex Eala took some time to unwind and enjoy the ongoing US Open in New York as a fan during the much-awaited return of Swiss tennis icon Roger Federer at the fabled Arthur Ashe Stadium Wednesday, Aug. 26 (Philippine time).

Following her exit in the mixed doubles competition with Canadian partner Felix Auger-Aliassime, the 21-year-old Eala joined some of her fellow tennis stars in the stands, witnessing the comeback game of Federer against American rival Andy Roddick.

“Enjoying a night full of legendary tennis!,” WTA wrote on its Instagram post with snaps of Eala during the red carpet.

Federer and Roddick had previously battled in the biggest of stages, with the former beating him four times highlighted by their legendary 2009 Wimbledon final showdown.

Proving there’s still gas left in his tank, the 45-year-old Federer outlasted Roddick, 6-3, in an exhibition match on the center court.

Currently ranked No. 18 in the world, the Filipina tennis ace played her first game in The Big Apple alongside Auger-Aliassime. They ultimately suffered a 1-4, 1-4 Round of 16 defeat to married tennis couple Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina.

With her loss, Eala turns her attention to her singles campaign where she is listed as the No. 17 seed.

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