FILE–Philippines’ Alexandra Eala. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala will face American doubles partner Iva Jovic in the primary round of the French Open starting Monday in Paris.
The 20-year-old Eala drew Jovic on Thursday night (Manila time) for her second important draw appearance at Roland Garros.
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It is going to be the primary singles meeting between Eala and Jovic after teaming up twice this yr.
FILE–Alex Eala and doubles partner Iva Jovic in motion in the course of the ASB Classic in Auckland, Latest Zealand.–ASB CLASSIC INSTAGRAM
The Filipino and American tandem reached the semifinals of the ASB Classic and likewise competed within the Round of 32 at Indian Wells Open.
Jovic, 18, reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open earlier this yr and is currently ranked World No. 17.
Eala, currently WTA No. 38, made her Grand Slam important draw debut on the French Open last yr. She lost to Emiliana Arango, 0-6, 6-2, 3-6 in the primary round.
If Eala advances, she could face either Emma Navarro or Janice Tjen in the following round.