Aryna Sabalenka's bid for a fourth consecutive title in Wuhan ended, but she still gained from the tournament.
Sabalenka and Jasmine Paolini's campaigns concluded in the semi-finals. Sabalenka lost to Jessica Pegula with a score of 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7-2), while Paolini was defeated by Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-3.
Paolini had earlier upset six-time Grand Slam winner Iga Swiatek in the quarter-finals, claiming her first career win over Swiatek.
Sabalenka started with a 20-0 record at the tournament and an 8-2 lead in her head-to-head record against Pegula.
The outcome affected their WTA Rankings, with details on prize money and points earned by both players.
Author's summary: Sabalenka and Paolini's Wuhan Open campaigns ended in semi-finals.