Alex Eala got her revenge in Toronto. The Filipino player defeated Alycia Parks in the second round, avenging the three-set loss she suffered to the American in the opening round at the Australian Open earlier this year. Eala's win sends her into the third round of the Canadian tournament.
This was a statement result for Eala after that Australian Open setback. Parks had the upper hand in their previous meeting, but Eala turned the tables this time around. The victory shows Eala can compete with the top American talents on the WTA circuit. She advances with momentum heading into the next stage of the draw.