Alexandra Eala opens up on pressure of high expectations

Philippine tennis player Alexandra Eala has spoken about the challenges of managing expectations at the highest level of sport. The 21-year-old recently fell short of her goal to win gold at the Asian Games, exiting in the semifinals and claiming a bronze medal instead.

Eala acknowledged that the weight of expectations from fans and stakeholders can become overwhelming at times, a common struggle for young athletes representing their countries on major international stages.