Filipina tennis prodigy, Alexandra Eala dominated the court today, December 18 capturing a historic gold medal in the 2025 SEA Games women’s singles final. 

The Filipina tennis sensation dismantled Thailand’s Mananchaya Sawangkaew in a clinical 6-1, 6-2 performance, showcasing superior power and precision from the opening serve. 

Eala’s aggressive baseline play left her opponent with no answers, securing the top spot on the podium and cementing her status as the region's premier talent.

This victory marks a monumental milestone for Philippine sports, officially ending a 26-year gold medal drought in the women’s tennis singles event. 

By reclaiming the throne for the first time, Eala has solidified her legacy and ignited a new era for Philippine tennis. 

The "Golden Girl" now stands alone at the summit, bringing home the elusive prize that has evaded the nation for over two decades.

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