Prize Money and Points for Sabalenka and Paolini at Wuhan Open
Aryna Sabalenka's attempt to win four titles in a row at Wuhan was unsuccessful, but she still gained something from the tournament.
Sabalenka and Jasmine Paolini's Wuhan Open campaigns ended in the semi-final. 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 record against Jessica Pegula. However, Pegula came back from losing the opening set to secure a 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7-2) victory over Sabalenka.
Paolini caused an upset in the quarter-final by claiming her first career win over Iga Swiatek, but she failed to repeat 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-final.