Alex Eala grateful for support, downplays Pacquiao comparisons

MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala said she’s far from the level of boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, but she remains grateful for the unwavering support of Filipinos, both online and inside the venue. Buoyed by a Filipino-heavy crowd at Melbourne Park, Eala came out strong in her Australian Open main draw debut, sweeping the opening set