Alexandra Eala inspires Philippines despite Wimbledon exit

Despite falling short of reaching the quarterfinals, Alexandra Eala still made a lasting impact at Wimbledon.

The 21-year-old Filipina had ousted defending champion Iga Swiatek but couldn't solve Jasmine Paolini on Monday, losing 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 on Centre Court.

For Filipino fans -- both at watch parties back home and at the All England Club -- it's not always about wins and losses.

"She's like a ray of hope for the Philippines," fan Roberto Ocampo Jr. told The Associated Press on Monday at Wimbledon. "Especially at her age. She made history. That's one thing that we can tell to the next generation."