A quote card circulating online claims that Filipino tennis star Alex Eala denied wearing a green outfit to support Vice President Sara Duterte during the WTA 500 Mudabala DC Open. Fact-checkers have confirmed that this claim is false.
Misleading Social Media Claims
I never wore a green outfit to support VP Sara; that’s a big no for me.
Falsely attributed to Alex Eala
- The quote card shows Eala rejecting any political support for Duterte.
- GMA News confirmed that the statement attributed to Eala is fabricated.
The quote card gained traction, accumulating 923 reactions and 133 comments on Facebook. Many social media users either criticized Eala or expressed gratitude for a statement she never made.
GMA News has previously debunked the quote, warning the public about the misleading post. They stated, "May kumakalat na fake post na may logo at template na kahawig ng GMA News," emphasizing the inaccuracy of the quote.
Eala confirmed to journalist Dyan Castillejo that her choice of outfit was personal and not politically motivated. This incident highlights the current political climate, especially as Duterte faces an impeachment trial.
Eala recently made headlines for her impressive performance at the WTA 500 Mudabala DC Open, where she defeated Naomi Osaka and secured her first WTA title, propelling her into the top 20 of the WTA rankings.
This is not the first time Eala has been targeted by misinformation. Previous fact-checks have addressed false claims regarding her endorsements and achievements.