Aryna Sabalenka's bid for a fourth consecutive Wuhan Open title was thwarted, but the world No 1 still has reason to be optimistic.
Sabalenka and Jasmine Paolini's Wuhan Open campaigns ended in the semi-finals. Here's a look at their prize money and its impact on their WTA Rankings.
Sabalenka, the defending champion, had a 20-0 record at the tournament and an 8-2 lead in her head-to-head against Jessica Pegula. However, Pegula bounced back from a set down to win 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7-2), handing Sabalenka her first loss since the 2023 WTA Finals.
Paolini caused a stir in the quarter-finals with her first career win over six-time Grand Slam winner Iga Swiatek. However, she failed to replicate this form against Coco Gauff, losing 6-4, 6-3.
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Author's summary: Sabalenka and Paolini's Wuhan Open campaigns ended in semi-finals.