Eala holds off Stojasavjevic to begin Tokyo Open campaign

MANILA, Philippines -- Making sure she wouldn't fall victim to another significantly lower-ranked opponent, Filipino tennis ace and world No. 19 Alex Eala held off No. 411 and wildcard Mika Stojasavjevic of Great Britain, 6-1, 6-2, to start her WTA 500 Tokyo Open campaign in Japan Monday afternoon.

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