Manila, March 29 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday lauded Filipino tennis sensation Alexandra Eala for her impressive performance at the 2025 Miami Open.

"We would like to congratulate our tennis phenomenon, Alex Eala, on her historic and amazing run in the 2025 Miami Open," Marcos said in a statement.

"We are one with the entire nation in thanking Alex for her sacrifices and hard work in her quest for glory and honor. I'm sure that the elusive championship title is within reach soon."

The President praised Eala for showing the world the skills and talents of a Filipino athlete.

He said Eala's unprecedented feat serves as an inspiration to everyone, especially to ordinary Filipinos who have the "same grit and determinat...