Alexandra Eala, Flagbearer for the Philippines: "An Invaluable Honor" That Resonates with an Entire Country
At the heart of the opening ceremony of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games at Bangkok's Rajamangala Stadium, one figure stood out: Alexandra Eala, proudly waving the Philippine flag, advancing to applause.
Alongside volleyball player Bryan Bagunas, the tennis player symbolizes a generation, that of a country now dreaming big on the international courts.
"An Invaluable Honor"
And on Instagram, Eala did not hide her emotion after the ceremony:
"An invaluable honor. Thank you so much for your trust and for the opportunity to represent our beloved city. Long live Filipino athletes!"
A message shared thousands of times, which testifies to the deep bond between the player and her country.
For reference, the 2025 Southeast Asian Games (December 9 to 20) are a multi-sport competition that will take place in Thailand in the cities of Bangkok, Chonburi, and Songkhla.
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