How to Watch Alex Eala at the 2026 Mubadala DC Open: Full Philippines Viewing Guide & Match Schedule
Filipino tennis prodigy Alex Eala continues her meteoric rise on the WTA Tour, making waves on the hard courts of Washington, D.C. Fresh off an impressive run to the fourth round at Wimbledon, the 21-year-old tennis star is competing in the 2026 Mubadala DC Open—a prestigious WTA 500 event held at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center in Rock Creek Park.
Eala has already delivered one of the biggest statement wins of her career in D.C., overcoming a set deficit to defeat Olympic Gold Medalist Zheng Qinwen 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the Round of 32. Up next, she faces No. 7 seed Leylah Fernandez in a blockbuster Round of 16 clash that has tennis fans in the Philippines and across the globe glued to their screens.
If you are tuning in from Manila, Cebu, Davao, or anywhere else in the Philippines, here is your complete guide on how to watch Alex Eala live, complete with local broadcast details and full tournament schedule conversions in Philippine Standard Time (PST).
How to Watch in the Philippines: Official Broadcast Channels
Filipino fans looking to catch all of Alex Eala’s matches live have multiple viewing options across television and digital platforms:
1. Cable TV: Tap Sports
According to the WTA Tour official broadcast listings, Tap DMV / Tap Sports is the official rightsholder for WTA events in the Philippines.
- Tap Sports Channel: Available across major cable providers in the country, including Csky Cable, Cablelink, and various regional cable operators.
- Premier Football & Premier Sports Network: Select WTA 500 matches are regularly featured across the Premier network under the Tap Digital Media Ventures umbrella.
2. Digital & OTT Streaming: TapGo TV
For fans who prefer streaming on mobile devices, tablets, or smart TVs, TapGo TV offers live online streaming of WTA events. Subscribers to TapGo can access the live feed directly via:
- TapGo TV App: Available on iOS App Store and Google Play Store.
- Web Browser: Stream live on
tapdmv.comortapgo.tv.
3. International Streaming: WTA TV
If you want ball-by-ball coverage of every court, WTA TV (wtatv.com) is the WTA’s official worldwide subscription service. It offers HD live streaming, match replays, and court selection for all WTA 500 sessions.
Tournament Schedule: Washington D.C. Time vs. Philippine Standard Time (PST)
Washington, D.C. operates on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), which is 12 hours behind Philippine Standard Time (PST).
Because of this 12-hour time difference, most day sessions in D.C. air late in the evening in the Philippines, while evening/night sessions air early the following morning in local Philippine time.
Session Time Conversion Guide
| Session / Stage | D.C. Date & Time (EDT) | Philippines Date & Time (PST) |
| Qualifying Weekend | Sat–Sun, July 25–26 @ 10:00 AM | Sat–Sun, July 25–26 @ 10:00 PM |
| Early Main Draw (Day) | Mon–Wed, July 27–29 @ 11:00 AM | Mon–Wed, July 27–29 @ 11:00 PM |
| Main Draw (Night Sessions) | Wed–Thu, July 29–30 @ 6:30 PM | Thu–Fri, July 30–31 @ 6:30 AM |
| Quarterfinals (Day) | Friday, July 31 @ 12:00 PM (Noon) | Friday, July 31 @ 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| Quarterfinals (Night) | Friday, July 31 @ 6:30 PM | Saturday, August 1 @ 6:30 AM |
| Semifinals (Day) | Saturday, August 1 @ 12:00 PM (Noon) | Saturday, August 1 @ 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| Semifinals (Night) | Saturday, August 1 @ 6:30 PM | Sunday, August 2 @ 6:30 AM |
| ATP & WTA Finals | Sunday, August 2 @ 12:00 PM (Noon) | Sunday, August 2 @ 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
Alex Eala’s Path at the 2026 Mubadala DC Open
Round of 32 Result
- Matchup: Alex Eala vs. Zheng Qinwen (CHN)
- Result: Eala won 4-6, 6-4, 6-1
- Highlight: Eala showed extraordinary resilience after losing the opening set, breaking Zheng’s powerful serve three consecutive times in the third set to seal the victory over the reigning Olympic Champion.
Round of 16 Match Details
- Matchup: Alex Eala vs. Leylah Fernandez (CAN)
- Date: Wednesday, July 29 (D.C.) / Thursday, July 30 (Philippines)
- Estimated Start Time: 10:00 PM PST (Wednesday) / 10:00 AM EDT (Wednesday)
- What’s at Stake: A coveted spot in the WTA 500 Quarterfinals and crucial ranking points as Eala prepares for the main draw at the upcoming US Open.
Why This Tournament Matters for Eala
The Mubadala DC Open represents a crucial step in Alex Eala’s North American hardcourt swing. Having earned her career-high ranking inside the world’s top 30 following her historic grass-court campaign, Eala is looking to lock in a seeded spot for future Grand Slam draws.
A strong run in Washington D.C. not only proves her versatility on hard courts against elite top-20 opponents, but also sets the tone for her summer campaign leading straight into New York for the US Open.
Make sure to set your alarms and tune in to Tap Sports or TapGo TV to catch every rally live as Alex Eala aims to bring glory to Philippine tennis!