WTA Weekly: Eala scales new heights in Washington | Top 20 ranking - how far can she go? Pegula falls short in DC, but is she still one of the favourites for the US Open? Toronto Preview

WTA Weekly is back as we break down a landmark week in Washington that could prove to be one of the defining moments of the 2026 WTA season.

Alex Eala made history by capturing her maiden WTA title with a stunning comeback victory over Jessica Pegula, securing a place inside the world's Top 20 and further cementing her status as one of the brightest stars in women's tennis. We discuss just how significant this breakthrough is, whether Eala is ready to challenge for the biggest titles, and how far she can realistically go over the coming months.

We also assess Jessica Pegula's disappointing defeat. Should Washington be viewed as a missed opportunity, or does the American remain one of the leading contenders heading into the US Open despite falling short in the final?

Plus, we look ahead to the Canadian Open in Toronto, preview the biggest storylines, analyse the key draw implications, and highlight the players to watch as the North American hard-court swing continues.

🎾 In this episode:

Alex Eala's historic Washington triumph

Top 20 ranking – how high can Eala climb?

Is Eala now a genuine US Open contender?

What went wrong for Jessica Pegula?

Why Pegula should still be among the favourites in New York

Toronto preview and players to watch

Predictions for the week ahead

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