Filipino Athletes Unite on Global Stage | San Antonio News

San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

NBA champ Jordan Clarkson and rising tennis star Alex Eala shared a powerful cultural moment at the U.S. Open, bonding over their Filipino heritage and mutual pride in representing their country on the global stage. Clarkson, fresh off an NBA title and returning to his hometown of San Antonio, cheered on Eala as she made waves in tennis, highlighting how athletes from different sports can unite through culture. Eala called 2026 a pivotal year for Filipino culture, while Clarkson emphasized the pride that comes with carrying Filipino blood — a sentiment echoed by fans waving Philippine flags…