The Ukrainian Embassy in the Philippines lauded Filipino tennis sensation Alexanda Eala after her victory against the Kyiv-born Oleksandra Oliynykova.

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Oliynykova earned direct entry into the main draw of a Grand Slam tournament for the fourth consecutive time this season. In the opening round, the Ukrainian displayed commanding form to sweep past American wildcard Brantmeier.

MANILA, Philippines – Alexandra Eala defeated Ukrainian Oleksandra Oliynykova, 6-1, 6-4, Friday morning (PH time) to reach the third round of the US Open at the Louis Armstrong Stadium in Flushing Meadows,

Oliynykova’s boyfriend is currently a soldier serving in the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Although she has not publicly discussed her relationship in detail, the 25-year-old has been open about how the war has affected her family and personal life.

Alexandra Eala powered past Oleksandra Oliynykova in their second-round match at the US Open, defeating the Ukrainian 6-1, 6-4 at Flushing Meadows, New York.

Osaka recovered after a mid-match lapse to advance to the third round with a 6-2, 5-7, 6-1 victory over Katerina Siniakova on Thursday, before Eala beat Oleksandra Oliynykova 6-1, 6-4.

By Amy Tennery NEW YORK, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Alexandra Eala of the Philippines brushed aside Ukrainian Oleksandra Oliynykova 6-1 6-4 to reach the third round of the U.S. Open on Thursday, keeping the buzz going for her fervent following in New York.