Alex Eala’s remarkable run in the Miami Open was a testament to her growing skill and confidence, according to her coach, Joan Bosch.
Eala, who entered the tournament as a wildcard, stunned multiple higher-ranked opponents, including five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek, before reaching the semifinals, where she fell to World No. 4 Jessica Pegula.
Bosch, speaking on Power and Play with Eala’s uncle Noli Eala, revealed that she had already sensed a breakthrough coming weeks before the tournament.
“I remember three weeks ago, I was talking to Mike [Eala], and I said, ‘I think she’s really playing well and ready for the matches. You never know’,” Bosch said.
Eala’s performance in Miami confirmed her coach’s instincts.
“She was moving faster than the opponents, hitting harder, enjoying, her serve was better; it’s many things. It’s not only one thing, but you feel it once you have the experience,” Bosch explained.
The Spanish coach has been guiding Eala for the past two years, helping her rise from the 200s in the WTA rankings to her current position inside the top 100.
“She’s one of the better players to coach. She’s super organized in her mind. More than me, I have to say her,” Bosch admitted.
“Sometimes, I want to do so many things, and she’s the one who tells me, ‘Woah, let’s go step by step. Let’s do this first, and then we’ll do this second’.”
Eala’s Miami Open success has now positioned her to compete in major tournaments, marking a significant milestone in her young career.
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