Rusedski believes Alex Eala can reach the top five if her serve takes another step.
Eala reached her first WTA 500 final in Washington and said: “I think on court coaching.”
Eala beat Pegula in a rain-hit final to win her first WTA 500 title and enter the top 20.
Alex Eala’s strong 2026 has lifted her ranking, profile, and crowd appeal worldwide.
Pegula detailed Eala’s low, tricky serve and the huge crowds following her in Washington.
Eala reflects on rankings, her rise in Washington, and the final against Pegula.
Pegula and Eala will resume their Washington DC Open final on Monday after rain halted play.
Eala reaches her first WTA 500 final in Washington after brushing off serve concerns.
Stubbs sees Grand Slam potential in Mboko, while casting doubt on Eala's ceiling without changes.
Osaka faces Eala as the Filipina’s rising WTA Tour impact continues in Washington.
