Rafael Nadal proud of Alex Eala after French Open semis run: 'Keep up the hard work and great results'

Rafael Nadal commended Filipina tennister Alex Eala after her impressive performance in the French Open Juniors last week.

The 15-year-old reached the semifinals in the Roland Garros girls' singles and climbed to no. 2 in the juniors world rankings.

Eala attends the Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca, Spain and got the opportunity to train under the King of Clay himself amid the pandemic.

"Vamosssss. Very happy for you and keep up the hard work and great results," Nadal tweeted in response to the RNA's congratulatory post for the teenager.

Vamosssss. Very happy for you and keep up the hard work and great results.

— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) October 13, 2020

Nadal himself conquered the French Open for his 13th championship in Paris and clinched his 20th Grand Slam title to tie Roger Federer's record.

Eala previously ranked no. 4 after winning the Australian Open doubles title with Indonesian partner Priska Madelyn Nugroho. 

After her inspired run in Paris, Eala said she is proud to represent the Philippines and hopes that more Filipinos will be interested to play the sport. —MGP, GMA News