FILE–Philippines’ Alexandra Eala. (AP Picture/Andrew Medichini)
MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala will face American doubles companion Iva Jovic within the first spherical of the French Open starting Monday in Paris.
The 20-year-old Eala drew Jovic on Thursday night time (Manila time) for her second most important draw look at Roland Garros.
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It is going to be the primary singles assembly between Eala and Jovic after teaming up twice this 12 months.
FILE–Alex Eala and doubles companion Iva Jovic in motion throughout the ASB Basic in Auckland, New Zealand.–ASB CLASSIC INSTAGRAM
The Filipino and American tandem reached the semifinals of the ASB Basic and likewise competed within the Spherical of 32 at Indian Wells Open.
Jovic, 18, reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open earlier this 12 months and is presently ranked World No. 17.
Eala, presently WTA No. 38, made her Grand Slam most important draw debut on the French Open final 12 months. She misplaced to Emiliana Arango, 0-6, 6-2, 3-6 within the first spherical.
If Eala advances, she may face both Emma Navarro or Janice Tjen within the subsequent spherical.
