São Paulo Open WTA 250 Quarterfinals: Alex Eala vs. Janice Tjen – Preview, Odds, Where to Watch in the Philippines, Match Outlook, and Prediction   

Alex Eala continues her impressive run at the São Paulo Open, setting up a quarterfinal clash against Indonesia’s Janice Tjen. With Eala looking to ride her six-match win streak and Tjen arriving in red-hot form after a dominant season on the ITF circuit, this matchup promises an exciting battle of youth and momentum at Brazil’s newest WTA 250 tournament.

Recent Highlights and Matches

Alex Eala

The 20-year-old Filipina has enjoyed a breakthrough 2025 season, climbing to a career-high World No. 55 after lifting her maiden WTA trophy at the Guadalajara 125. Eala also reached the Miami Open semifinals, notching statement wins over Madison Keys, Jelena Ostapenko, and World No. 2 Iga Świątek, before becoming the first Filipina to make a WTA final at Eastbourne.

Her US Open campaign added another milestone, as she upset World No. 14 Clara Tauson for her first Grand Slam main-draw victory. In São Paulo, the No. 3 seed has powered past Yasmine Mansouri and Julia Riera without dropping a set, showing both confidence and consistency as she inches closer to another title run.

Janice Tjen

World No. 130 Janice Tjen has quietly been one of the most consistent players on the ITF circuit in 2025, compiling an impressive 59–11 record this year. She stormed into the quarterfinals in São Paulo by dismantling Martina Okalova, 6-1, 6-0, after taking out seventh seed Leolia Jeanjean, 6-2, 6-3.

Known for her aggressive baseline play and relentless court coverage, the 23-year-old Indonesian has been on a steady rise, and São Paulo marks her biggest WTA breakthrough opportunity yet.

Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first career meeting between Alex Eala and Janice Tjen.

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Key Factors

Momentum & Experience – Eala

Eala enters with proven success at the WTA level and carries the confidence of six straight wins, including a title in Guadalajara.

Season’s Form – Tjen

With nearly 60 match wins in 2025, Tjen has shown she can sustain dominance and bring rhythm into each match.

Ranking Edge – Eala

Eala (World No. 55) holds a sizeable ranking advantage over Tjen (World No. 130), underscoring her greater experience against top-tier competition.

Betting Odds (Estimated)

• Eala: 1.40 – 1.55 (favored) 
• Tjen: 2.30 – 2.70 (underdog) 

Bookmakers give Eala the edge, but Tjen’s consistency and form make her a dangerous underdog.

Where to Watch in the Philippines

Fans can follow the São Paulo Open through:

• SPOTV – Official broadcaster in Southeast Asia 
• SPOTV NOW – Tennis All Access Pass with live ad-free streaming 
• TAP Sports / Premier Sports (Cignal, Blast TV) – Possible sublicensed coverage of key matches 

Match Outlook & Prediction

Eala vs. Tjen is a clash between a rising WTA star and one of the ITF circuit’s hottest players this year. Eala has the pedigree and higher-level experience, while Tjen enters with supreme confidence and a fearless game. Expect long baseline rallies and plenty of momentum swings.

Eala’s sharper shot-making and composure in big moments should tilt the balance her way, though Tjen has the weapons to make this a grind.

Predicted Winner: Alex Eala in three sets

Quarters: Alex Eala vs Indonesian Janice Tjen at a career-high WTA #130

Tjen has a 59–11 record this year and has been in dominant form, dismantling Martina Okalova (#464) 6-1, 6-0 in R16, after upsetting 7th seed Leolia Jeanjean (#95) 6-2, 6-3 in R32.

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