Alexandra Eala

Eala, 21, is left-handed with a 61 percent win rate this season, her 17 wins built on a steady, high-tempo baseline game. The Philippine ranks 18th and favors sharp angles off both wings, so look for her to redirect rallies rather than overpower them. She has collected seven career titles; her point construction rewards patience, and she attacks short balls with flat, deep penetration.

That lefty serve stands out from the deuce side, bending wide to pull opponents off court. Fans new to her should track her footwork, which stays light and balanced, letting her transition quickly from defense to offense. She is the rare player who can hurt you most after the first few shots, so do not look away once a point settles into a rhythm.