Aryna Sabalenka's bid for a fourth consecutive title in Wuhan ended, but the world No 1 still had some positives to take away.
Sabalenka and Jasmine Paolini's Wuhan Open campaigns concluded in the semi-final. We examine their prize money and its impact on their WTA Rankings.
Defending champion Sabalenka started strong against Jessica Pegula, with a 20-0 record at the tournament and an 8-2 lead in their head-to-head matches. However, Pegula bounced back after losing the first set to secure a 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7-2) victory over the world No 1.
Paolini caused a stir in the quarter-final with her first career win over six-time Grand Slam winner Iga Swiatek. Unfortunately, she couldn't replicate that performance 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.