Alex Eala vs Iva Jovic: Head-to-head record, previous matches ahead of US Open exhibition

Good friends Alexandra Eala and Iva Jovic will battle on court again, but this time in an exhibition match, as the two stars face off in the “Stars of the Open” as part of the US Open’s Fan Week.

The event features some of the sport’s young stars at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday (Friday, Philippine time), with part of the proceeds going to the USTA Foundation.

Here is some information you need to know about Eala and Jovic.

Who is Alex Eala?

Eala, 21, is currently the world No. 18 and holds one WTA title, which she won at the DC Open earlier this month.

This is Eala’s second appearance at the US Open after reaching the second round of the American Grand Slam last year.

Who is Iva Jovic?

Jovic, 18, is currently the world No. 14 and holds one WTA title, which she won at the Guadalajara Open last year.

This is Jovic’s third US Open appearance, having reached the second round in each of the past two editions of the tournament.

Eala vs Jovic: A recap

The good friends have also faced each other on court, with Jovic holding the upper hand in both matches.

2026 French Open, Round of 128: Jovic def. Eala, 6-4, 6-2

2026 HSBC Championships (Queen’s Club Championships), Round of 16: Jovic def. Eala, 6-2, 6-2

The two have also joined forces in doubles, with the duo reaching the semifinals of the ASB Classic. They also played in the Round of 32 at Indian Wells but fell to the pair of Jelena Ostapenko and Hailey Baptiste.

Who are the other young stars featured in “Stars of the Open”?

The other young tennis stars featured in “Stars of the Open” include:

Amanda Anisimova vs. Marta Kostyuk

Flavio Cobolli vs. Learner Tien

Arthur Fils vs. Alex Michelsen

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