Alex Eala to start Hong Kong Open bid vs. Emerson Jones as Alycia Parks withdraws with shoulder injury

Alex Eala has a new opponent in her first match at the Hong Kong Open following the withdrawal of American Alycia Parks, who sustained a right shoulder injury and pulled out hours after their scheduled match Tuesday night.

The Filipina star will instead take on 18-year-old Australian Emerson Jones in the Round of 32 as she seeks to end her season on a high note.

Jones, a former junior star who has two Grand Slam junior finals appearances, is currently ranked No. 132 in the WTA rankings and had a career-high No. 122 last month.

Eala and Jones have yet to face each other in the WTA tour, marking their impending Hong Kong Open clash their maiden meeting.

3 NOV – Centre Court 3rd Match | Latest Update Philippine star and No. 2 seed Alexandra Eala takes on rising Australian talent Emerson Jones! Who will secure their spot in the next round tonight? ⚡️ #PHKTO #PrudentialHongKong #DiscoverHongKong #WTA250 #HKCTA #HKTS #NextGenAces #GameOn #MajorSportsEventsCommittee #MSEC

— HongKong Tennis Open (@HKTennisOpen) November 3, 2026

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