Alexandra Eala upset former world number one Naomi Osaka 6-4, 6-2 on Saturday to reach the women's final of the WTA and ATP Washington Open. The Filipino teenager will face third-ranked Jessica Pegula for the title.
Pegula, the American top seed, advanced by battling back from 5-2 down in the opening set against Schnaider. The 32-year-old, who won her first WTA title in Washington in 2019, reached her fourth final of the year.
Eala's victory over Osaka continues a strong season for the young player, who is being touted as a future star of the tour. The final will be played in the U.S. capital, with both players seeking the hard-court title.