10/07/2026
Every Filipino shares in this victory. ๐ต๐ญ
Thank you, Alex Eala, for reminding us that perseverance, courage, and hard work can take us to the world's biggest stage. Your historic Wimbledon run has inspired an entire nation. Congratulations, and we're excited for what's ahead! ๐พโจ
๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ง๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐บ (๐๐ข๐ง) ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐น๐ฒ๐
๐๐ฎ๐น๐ฎโ๐ ๐ต๐ถ๐๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ช๐ถ๐บ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ด๐ป
The DOT joins millions of Filipinos around the world in celebrating the remarkable Wimbledon campaign of our very own Alex Eala, whose historic run has become one of the proudest moments in Philippine sports.
Her inspiring journey came to a close after a hard-fought fourth-round match against Italy's Jasmine Paolini, but Alex has already etched her name in history as the first Filipino to reach the Round of 16 at Wimbledon, and in any Grand Slam singles tournament. Her extraordinary run, highlighted by a stunning victory over defending champion and World No. 3 Iga Swiatek, captured the admiration of the global sporting community and inspired an entire nation.
Alex united us in a single moment of pride, a fitting reminder that Filipino talent, courage, and determination belong on the world stage. At just 21 years old, she reminds every young Filipino that no dream is too big, embodying the Filipino spirit of perseverance, the determination to rise after every challenge and keep reaching for greater heights.
She has also become one of the finest ambassadors our country could ask for. Every match she played at Wimbledon shone a global spotlight on the Philippines and our people's indomitable spirit, introducing millions of viewers worldwide to our nation and giving Filipinos everywhere another reason to proudly wave our flag.
Mabuhay ka, Alex! The DOT thanks you for inspiring our nation and for showing the world what it truly means to be proudly Filipino. We will continue to cheer you on as you carry Pinoy pride in the years ahead.
