Guadalajara Open 125: Alex Eala vs. Varvara Lepchenko – Preview, Prediction, Where to Watch in the Philippines, and Match Outlook

 Alex Eala continues her 2025 campaign at the Guadalajara Open 125 in Mexico, where she confronts veteran American Varvara Lepchenko in the Round of 16 after previously beating Arianne Hartono in the first round —a compelling matchup of rising talent versus seasoned experience.

Recent Highlights and Matches 

Alex Eala

In 2025, Alex Eala cemented her status as a rising tennis star with breakthrough performances across major tournaments. She reached the Miami Open semifinals after stunning wins over Jelena Ostapenko, Madison Keys, and world No. 2 Iga Świątek, then made history as the first Filipina to reach a WTA final at Eastbourne. At the US Open, she pulled off a dramatic comeback against world No. 14 Clara Tauson for a landmark victory before falling in the second round. Now ranked No. 75, Eala carried her momentum into the Guadalajara Open 125, opening with a first-round win over Arianne Hartono to reach the Round of 16.

Varvara Lepchenko

In 2025, Varvara Lepchenko’s hard-court campaign was marked by mixed results and early exits. She bowed out in Washington’s qualifying in July, falling to Kamilla Rakhimova in straight sets, and as the No. 5 seed in Cancún, she failed to make a deep run. At Indian Wells, she advanced through part of qualifying but was stopped by Sonay Kartal, while earlier in Mérida and Miami she earned a solid win over Valeriya Strakhova before suffering more first-round defeats.

Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first meeting between Eala and Lepchenko.

Key Factors

• Momentum & Athleticism – Eala
  Youth, confidence, and explosive shot-making give Eala the physical edge. 
• Experience & Variety – Lepchenko
  Lepchenko’s tactical adjustments and vast tour knowledge could test Eala’s patience. 
• Surface Advantage
  Both are left-handed players comfortable on hard courts, but Eala’s speed and aggression tilt the matchup in her favor. 

Betting Odds

(Early market estimates based on similar tier matchups)

• Eala: 1.20 – 1.25 (favorite) 
• Lepchenko: 4.00 – 4.50 (underdog) 

Oddsmakers suggest a straight-sets win for Eala, though Lepchenko’s experience could extend rallies and force a tighter contest.

Where to Watch in the Philippines

Fans can catch the Guadalajara Open 125 through:

• SPOTV – Official broadcaster across Southeast Asia 
• SPOTV NOW – Tennis All Access Pass with ad-free streaming 
• TAP Sports / Premier Sports (Cignal or Blast TV) – May provide additional coverage via sublicensing 

Match Outlook & Prediction

This matchup is a clash of youth versus experience. While Lepchenko has the tactical weapons and veteran savvy to frustrate younger opponents, Eala’s confidence, athleticism, and recent form make her the heavy favorite. Expect Eala to dictate play with her aggressive lefty forehand and superior movement.

Predicted Winner: Alex Eala in straight sets.

EALA ADVANCES 🇵🇭

JUST IN: Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala books a spot in the Round of 16 at the Guadalajara 125 Open in Mexico with a commanding 6-2, 6-2 victory against Arianne Hartono of the Netherlands! pic.twitter.com/a9MS6og7VC

— GMA Sports (@gmasportsph) September 2, 2025

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