Alexandra Eala eases into Jingshan Open semi-finals

Dubai: Alexandra Eala powered her way into the semi-finals of the 2025 Jingshan Open with a commanding 6-4, 6-1 victory over China's Lu Jiajing on Friday.

The 20-year-old Filipina, currently ranked No. 58 in the world, overcame a spirited challenge from the hometown favorite in the opening set before dominating the second to seal the match in just 1 hour and 17 minutes.

This marks the first career meeting between Eala and Lu, with the top-seeded Eala showing composure and class to advance to the final four in China. She will next face New Zealand’s Lulu Sun for a spot in the championship match.

Eala is now just two wins away from capturing the second WTA title of her career, following her breakthrough triumph in Guadalajara, Mexico.