President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday congratulated Filipino tennis star Alexandra Eala for her "historic and amazing" run in the 2025 WTA 1000 Miami Open.

In a Facebook post, the President highlighted how the 19-year-old tennis player demonstrated the true spirit of a Filipino athlete – determined, resilient, and always ready to face any challenge.

"More importantly, Alex’s unprecedented feat serves as an inspiration to everyone, especially to ordinary Filipinos who face life’s daily challenges with the same grit and determination," said Marcos.

"We are one with the entire nation in thanking Alex for her sacrifices and hard work in her quest for glory and honor. I’m sure that the elusive championship title is within reach soon," he added.

Eala’s remarkable run ended on Friday (Manila time) as she was defeated by world No. 4 Jessica Pegula in the semifinals at Hard Rock Stadium.

Despite the loss, the Filipina made history as the first player from the Philippines to reach the semifinals of a WTA 1000 event, having defeated several top-ranked players throughout the tournament.