Alexandra Eala's Season Ends With Shock Loss

Eala loses Hong Kong final

Alexandra Eala suffered a straight-sets loss to Claire Liu in Hong Kong Open final.

“Yeah, I had a bit of pain in my knee for a short period of time there”

Liu ranked 102

Claire Liu, ranked 102nd in the world, defeated top seed Eala 6-3, 6-0.

Eala's knee issue

Eala called for medical timeout during first set after knee pain.

“And I just strapped up my leg, and it got a little better. Less pain”

Eala's season end

Eala ends season ranked 15th after winning first WTA event and reaching Wimbledon fourth round.

“This season has just … it’s changed my life. It’s changed my life for the better”

Liu's breakthrough

Liu, a former junior world No. 1, reaches third round of major for first time this year.

“I really did not feel good … but I realised I needed to let go of the pressure”

Eala's next steps

Eala plans to spend time with family away from tennis after season ends.

“I’m going to spend time with my family, just lie low and disappear for a little bit”