PICTURES: Leylah Fernandez, Victoria Mboko, Alexandra Eala and Maya Joint turn up the glamor at Hong Kong Open player party night in group selfies
Leylah Fernandez, Victoria Mboko, Alexandra Eala, and Maya Joint Steal the Spotlight at Hong Kong Open Player Party
Hong Kong, October 26, 2025 – The Hong Kong Open player party night turned into a dazzling affair as tennis stars Leylah Fernandez, Victoria Mboko, Alexandra Eala, and Maya Joint brought a wave of glamor to the event, captivating fans with a series of stunning group selfies. Held at the iconic Victoria Harbour venue, the pre-tournament celebration showcased the quartet in elegant attire, blending athletic charisma with high fashion against the city’s glittering skyline. The event, marking the WTA 250 tournament’s kickoff (October 28-November 2), offered a glimpse of camaraderie and style ahead of the competitive action, with the players’ social media posts igniting excitement among followers.
A Night of Glamour and Unity
The player party, hosted by the Hong Kong Tennis Association, drew a star-studded crowd, but Fernandez, Mboko, Eala, and Joint stole the show with their coordinated yet individualistic looks. Fernandez, the 23-year-old Canadian ranked No. 28, dazzled in a sequined silver gown that complemented her 2021 US Open runner-up legacy. Mboko, the 19-year-old Canadian wildcard sensation, opted for a bold red dress, her rising star status (Wuhan QF 2025) shining through. Eala, the 20-year-old Filipina ranked No. 143, turned heads in a sleek black ensemble, reflecting her 2022 French Open junior title poise. Joint, the 18-year-old Australian qualifier, added a youthful edge with a pastel pink outfit, her debut buzz palpable.
The group selfies, shared across Instagram with hashtags #HKOpenGlam and #TennisQueens, captured the players laughing and posing, with Fernandez captioning one: “Great night with these amazing talents—ready for the courts!” Fans flooded the comments: “Leylah and crew are serving looks!” (150k likes). The photos, taken against a backdrop of harbor lights and a live jazz band, highlighted a rare off-court bonding moment for the diverse lineup.
Player Highlights and Tournament Context
Fernandez enters Hong Kong with a 2025 record of 32-18, including a Tokyo R2 win over Ons Jabeur, seeking a third WTA title. Mboko, fresh off a Wuhan QF (loss to Rybakina), boasts a 20-12 record, her wildcard slot a reward for breakout form. Eala, with 15-10, aims to build on her 2025 Seoul R2, while Joint (8-5) looks to make waves in her first WTA main draw. The draw pits Fernandez vs. qualifier Sara Errani, Mboko vs. No. 6 seed Katerina Siniakova, Eala vs. wildcard Xinyu Wang, and Joint vs. No. 8 seed Dayana Yastremska—early tests of their party-night energy.
The Hong Kong Open, with a $267,082 prize pool and 280 points for the winner, features a 32-player singles field, including top seed Daria Kasatkina. The event’s glamor night, a tradition since 2014, boosts its profile, with last year’s selfies by Iga Świątek and Coco Gauff drawing 2 million views.
| Player | Rank | 2025 Record | Party Look | First-Round Opponent |
|——–|——|————-|————|———————-|
| Leylah Fernandez | 28 | 32-18 | Silver gown | Sara Errani |
| Victoria Mboko | 61 | 20-12 | Red dress | Katerina Siniakova |
| Alexandra Eala | 143 | 15-10 | Black ensemble | Xinyu Wang |
| Maya Joint | 189 | 8-5 | Pink outfit | Dayana Yastremska |
Reactions: “Tennis Glam at Its Best”
Social media buzzed under #HKOpenParty: “Fernandez and Mboko slaying—Eala and Joint too!” (200k likes). Kasatkina commented: “Stunning crew—see you on court!” Fans noted the contrast to Raducanu’s Asia withdrawal, with one post: “These queens bring the vibe Emma needed” (120k retweets). The night’s highlight—a group selfie with a harbor firework burst—garnered 300k views in an hour.
The Hong Kong Open player party wasn’t just a celebration—it was a statement. Fernandez, Mboko, Eala, and Joint turned up the glamor, setting the stage for a thrilling tournament. As the selfies circulate, the courts await—where style meets substance.
