Aryna Sabalenka reacts strongly as reports confirm Alexandra Eala’s National Bank Open debut in Toronto sold out in just 30 minutes, a mark rarely seen and previously linked more to stars like Serena Williams. Tournament director Karl Hale called Eala an “unheard of fan favourite,” forcing a centre-court move and even menu changes for the huge Filipino crowd. While Sabalenka advances in the same event, the rapid sellout and Eala-mania highlight the rising star’s massive drawing power after her recent WTA title. Fans are buzzing over the shift in popularity at the WTA 1000 event.
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