Eala's rise continues after a breakthrough summer, with a US Open mixed doubles debut ahead.
Rick Macci believes Alex Eala can make noise at the US Open after a strong hard-court swing.
Sabalenka stays No 1, but Cincinnati results sharpen the WTA rankings race behind her.
Sabalenka still leads for New York, but recent results have tightened the US Open picture.
Sabalenka keeps No. 1 after Cincinnati, while Swiatek, Eala and Bejlek all move up.
Rusedski believes Alex Eala could reach the quarter-finals or more at her second US Open.
Eala’s fans are becoming a bigger factor, and her opponents are feeling the pressure more each week.
Macci believes Alex Eala can reach No 1 if her serve is rebuilt this season.
Auger-Aliassime and Eala will debut in US Open mixed doubles after earning a wildcard.
Alex Eala is in the top 20, but the top 10 will demand more sustained success in 2026.
