2025 Guadalajara 125 Open Finals Results
Guadalajara, Mexico — Filipino tennis phenom Alex Eala has cemented her place in history after capturing her first WTA singles title at the 2025 Guadalajara 125 Open. The 20-year-old World No. 75 overcame a determined Panna Udvardy of Hungary in a thrilling three-set final, 1-6, 7-5, 6-3.
A Historic Comeback
The championship match, which took place on September 6, 2025, was a testament to Eala’s remarkable resilience and burgeoning talent. Udvardy, the World No. 134, stormed out of the gates, dominating the opening set with a commanding 6-1 scoreline. Despite the lopsided start, Eala, a product of the prestigious Rafael Nadal Academy, refused to be rattled. She clawed her way back in the second set, finding her rhythm and showcasing her powerful forehand to edge out Udvardy 7-5. With the momentum now on her side, Eala carried her stellar play into the deciding third set, where she methodically broke down her opponent’s game to seal the 6-3 victory and secure the biggest title of her career.
The victory is a watershed moment for both Eala and the Philippines, as she becomes the first Filipino professional player to win a WTA singles title in the Open Era. The tournament victory also capped a flawless week for Eala, who navigated a challenging draw with a clean winning streak. On her path to the final, she defeated Arianne Hartono, Varvara Lepchenko, Nicole Fossa Huergo, and Kayla Day in successive rounds, proving her status as a force to be reckoned with on the WTA 125 tour.
A Breakthrough Season
Eala’s triumph in Guadalajara is the pinnacle of what has been a truly breakthrough year for the young star. The 2025 season has been marked by several career milestones that have seen her rise steadily in the rankings. The Filipina earned a runner-up finish at the Eastbourne Open in June, reaching her first WTA-level final. She also made her main-draw debut at Wimbledon and earned a historic victory at the US Open.
At the US Open, Eala defeated Clara Tauson in the first round, a win that made her the first Filipino player to secure a Grand Slam main draw match victory in the Open Era. This impressive run, coupled with her consistent performance throughout the year, has solidified her reputation as one of the most promising young talents in professional tennis. The WTA 125 Series is the second-highest tier of women’s tennis, and her victory at this level is a strong indicator of her readiness to compete against the world’s best.
Doubles Title
In the doubles competition, the title went to the unseeded pairing of Maria Kozyreva and Iryna Shymanovich. They defeated the top-seeded duo of Irina Khromacheva and Kamilla Rakhimova in the final with a straightforward 6–3, 6–4 victory. The duo’s win was a notable upset that capped off a memorable week of tennis at the Panamerican Tennis Center in Zapopan, Guadalajara.
