Alex Eala, the 17-year-old Filipino tennis player, made a surprise announcement on November 1, 2023, that she will be retiring from tennis at the end of the 2024 season.
Eala, who is currently ranked No. 2 in the world among junior players, has been one of the most promising young players in the sport. She won the 2022 US Open girls’ singles title and the 2023 Australian Open girls’ doubles title. She also reached the semifinals of the 2023 Wimbledon girls’ singles tournament.
Eala said that her decision to retire was due to a combination of factors, including the pressure of competing at a high level and the desire to focus on her studies.
“I’ve been thinking about this for a long time,” Eala said in a press conference. “The pressure of competing at a high level is just too much for me to handle anymore. I’m also going to be starting college next year, and I want to be able to focus on my studies.”
Eala’s announcement came as a shock to the tennis world. She is widely considered to be one of the most talented young players in the sport.
“I’m so grateful for all the support I’ve received from my family, friends, and fans over the years,” Eala said. “I couldn’t have done it without you. I’m going to miss playing tennis, but I know that this is the right decision for me.”
Eala said that she will play the rest of the 2023 season, and she will then focus on her recovery and retirement. She said that she is not sure what the future holds, but she is excited to start this new chapter in her life.
Eala’s retirement is a major loss for the tennis world. She is one of the most iconic and beloved figures in the game. However, her fans know that she is making the right decision for her health and well-being.
