Alexandra Eala is the giantkiller who lit up Wimbledon – but will she rise to the top?

Filipino tennis player Alexandra Eala achieved her deepest run at a Grand Slam tournament by reaching the fourth round at Wimbledon, establishing herself as a notable giant-killer at the event. Eala has captured widespread attention and support from her home nation of the Philippines, though her overall career achievements are still considered modest relative to her growing star power. The Guardian examines whether her Wimbledon breakthrough signals a sustained rise toward the top of the women's game.