ALEX Eala's Wimbledon debut came to a screeching halt.
Eala failed to sustain her strong start against defending champion Barbora Krejčíková, 3-6, 6-2, 6-1, in the first round of the prestigious Grand Slam tournament on Thursday.
READ: Alex Eala fades after fiery start, loses to reigning champ Krejcikova
Unfortunately, the Filipina tennis star suffered a second-straight three-set loss over a three-day stretch after a crushing Eastbourne Open final loss to Australia's Maya Joint.
Eala's Wimbledon run isn't over just yet as she begins women's doubles action with Germany's Eva Lys on Wednesday.
Here's how Filipinos reacted to yet another brave stand from Eala in her Grand Slam women's singles debut.
Head held high for Alex
First of many
Exciting times for Eala
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