Fans of tennis player Alex Eala gather at the U.S. Open in New York, filling practice courts with Filipino flags and loud support ahead of her first-round match. Reports describe spectators arriving hours before she takes the court and turning the practice sessions into a hub of cheering and attention.
Accounts across outlets emphasize the visible symbolism of the support, including hats and chants such as “Laban Alex.” Some fans document Eala’s rallies by taking photos and video, while others use video calls to share the moment with friends or family. One shared detail is that nearly all available seats at the practice court are taken, even though many supporters do not have tickets for the evening session.
