Eala draws Mertens in Bad Homburg Open, teams up with Venus Williams in doubles

MANILA, Philippines — Even before Alex Eala wraps up her campaign in the Berlin Open, her next opponents are already lined up for the Bad Homburg Open, also set in Germany. Based on the official draw released by organizers, Eala will face Elise Mertens of Belgium in the opening round. This will mark their second meeting this season. Eala previously bowed to Mertens in the Round of 64 of the Madrid Open last April, 2-6, 1-6. However, the Bad Homburg Open presents a different challenge as it