As the last opportunity for players to secure crucial ranking points before the season draws to a close, the Wuhan Open remains an essential event on the WTA calendar. Boasting a competitive 56-player singles main draw, this tournament features many of the world’s top-ranked stars, with the highest seeds receiving first-round byes.
Iga Swiatek, Danielle Collins, and Elena Rybakina are among the most notable absentees.
Wuhan 2024 Final: Aryna Sabalenka vs Qinwen Zheng 6-3 5-7 6-3
Overall performance for the tournament:
11 on 20 predictions were correct.
The 2024 final is upon us! Aryna Sabalenka will face home favorite Qinwen Zheng on Sunday. Sabalenka boasts a 3-0 head-to-head record against Zheng, setting the stage for an exciting match.
| Aryna Sabalenka | Qinwen Zheng | |
| Age | 26 (May 5, 1998) | 22 (October 8, 2002) |
| Birthplace | Minsk, Belarus | Shiyan, China |
| Residence | Miami, USA | Barcelona, Spain |
| Height | 5’11” (182 cm) | 5’10” (178 cm) |
| Weight | 176 lbs (80kg) | – |
| Plays | Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Turned Pro | 2015 | – |
| Coach | Anton Dubrov | Pere Riba |
| YTD W/L | 52-11 (83%) | 42-14 (75%) |
| YTD Titles | 3 | 2 |
| Career Titles | 16 | 4 |
| Earnings | US$28,361,708 | US$ 5,555,297 |
Wuhan Open Semifinals – Schedule and Picks
Aryna Sabalenka (Wrl) vs Coco Gauff (Usa) 1-6 6-4 6-4
Qinwen Zheng (Chn) vs Xinyu Wang (Chn) 6-3 6-4
And here they are! The semifinals of this WTA 1000 tournament. Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff easily secured their spots and will face each other in the semifinals. Qinwen Zheng shook off Jasmine Paolini to reinforce her status as a top player. Xinyu Wang created a big upset by defeating Ekaterina Alexandrova in the quarterfinals. Both Chinese ladies will play against each other in the other semifinal.
No Predictions
Wuhan Open Quarterfinals – Results and Picks
Coco Gauff (Usa) – Magda Linette (Pol) 6-0 6-4
Ekaterina Alexandrova (Wrl) – Xinyu Wang (Chn) 6-4 5-7 6-7
Aryna Sabalenka (Wrl) – Magdalena Frech (Pol) 6-2 6-2
Qinwen Zheng (Chn) – Jasmine Paolini (Ita) 6-2 3-6 6-3
Our Two Predictions:
Xinyu Wang to WIN vs Ekaterina Alexandrova. SPOT ON.
Jasmine Paolini to WIN vs Qinwen Zheng. FAIL.
Overall Prediction Status: 11 out of 20 correct.
Wuhan Open Round of 16 – Results and Picks
A thrilling showdown awaits as Coco Gauff takes on Marta Kostyuk in what promises to be an electric contest. Gauff, with her relentless defense and maturity beyond her years, will have her hands full against the fearless Kostyuk, who had a walkover in R32. Both players are known for their explosive movement and intense court presence, so expect fireworks from start to finish.
The battle between Magda Linette and Daria Kasatkina is set to be a masterclass in tennis strategy. Linette’s consistency and grit will face off against Kasatkina’s bag of tricks and clever shot-making. This match will be less about raw power and more about who can outwit the other, turning the court into a chessboard of tactical brilliance.
In a showdown bursting with potential, Qinwen Zheng vs Leylah Fernandez promises to be a captivating clash between two rising stars. Zheng’s blistering groundstrokes and aggressive game will collide with Fernandez’s crafty style and lightning-fast footwork. Expect thrilling rallies and emotional outbursts from the home fans.
Coco Gauff (Usa) vs Marta Kostyuk (Ukr) 6-4 6-1
Magda Linette (Pol) vs Daria Kasatkina (Wrl) 6-2 6-3
Hailey Baptiste (Usa) vs Ekaterina Alexandrova (Wrl) 1-6 1-6
Xinyu Wang (Chn) vs Jessica Pegula (Usa) 6-3 7-5
Erika Andreeva (Wrl) vs Jasmine Paolini (Ita) 3-6 2-6
Qinwen Zheng (Chn) vs Leylah Fernandez (Can) 5-7 6-3 6-0
Aryna Sabalenka (Wrl) vs Yulia Putintseva (Kaz) 1-6 6-4 6-0
Beatriz Haddad Maia (Bra) vs Magdalena Frech (Pol) 3-6 2-6
Our Four Predictions
Daria Kasatkina to WIN vs Magda Linette. FAIL.
Jasmine Paolini to WIN vs Erika Andreeva. SPOT ON.
Qinwen Zheng to WIN vs Leylah Fernandez. SPOT ON.
Beatriz Haddad Maia to WIN vs Magdalena Frech. FAIL.
Overall Prediction Status: 10 out of 18 correct.
Wuhan Open Round of 32 – Picks, Predictions and Results
The clash between Mirra Andreeva and Erika Andreeva is a family affair, with sibling rivalry adding an intriguing twist. Rarely do sisters meet on the professional stage (Williams, Pliskova, to name a few), and with both rising stars, this emotional duel promises drama.
Anastasia Potapova against Jessica Pegula brings another layer of excitement. Pegula, seasoned and steady, represents the established elite, while Potapova, hungry and fearless, is aiming to disrupt the hierarchy.
Then there’s the intriguing battle between Beatriz Haddad Maia and Veronika Kudermetova. Both players are enjoying standout seasons, and their meeting feels like a pivotal moment for both. Haddad Maia, with her power and intensity, faces Kudermetova’s all-court craft, creating a contest that’s bound to be a must-watch encounter.
Barbora Krejcikova (Cze) vs Hailey Baptiste (Usa) 3-6 5-7
Bernarda Pera (Usa) vs Daria Kasatkina (Wrl) 4-6 6-1 1-6
Yulia Putintseva (Kaz) vs Donna Vekic (Cro) 6-4 3-6 6-4
Ekaterina Alexandrova E. (Wrl) vs Anna Kalinskaya (Wrl) 6-4 6-7 6-1
Magda Linette (Pol) vs Lesia Tsurenko (Ukr) Retired 5-2
Aryna Sabalenka (Wrl) vs Katerina Siniakova (Cze) 6-4 6-4
Magdalena Frech (Pol) vs Emma Navarro (Usa) 6-4 3-6 6-3
Coco Gauff (Usa) vs Viktoriya Tomova (Bul) 6-1 6-2
Kamilla Rakhimova (Wrl) vs Leylah Fernandez (Can) 2-6 7-5 6-7
Lucia Bronzetti (Ita) vs Xinyu Wang (Chn) 6-4 2-6 4-6
Beatriz Haddad Maia (Bra) vs Veronika Kudermetova (Wrl) 6-1 6-4
Amanda Anisimova (Usa) vs Walkover Marta Kostyuk (Ukr)
Anastasia Potapova (Wrl) vs Jessica Pegula (Usa) retired 2-6 0-2
Mirra Andreeva (Wrl) vs Erika Andreeva (Wrl) 3-6 1-6
Qinwen Zheng (Chn) vs Jaqueline Cristian (Rou) 6-2 6-4
Yue Yuan (Chn) vs Jasmine Paolini (Ita) 4-6 3-6
Our Seven Predictions.
Emma Navarro to WIN vs Magdalena Frech. FAIL
Bernarda Pera to WIN vs Daria Kasatkina FAIL
Lesia Tsurenko to WIN vs Magda Linette VOID
Xinyu Wang to WIN vs Lucia Bronzetti. SPOT ON
Beatriz Haddad Maia to WIN vs Veronika Kudermetova SPOT ON
Mirra Andreeva to WIN vs Erika Andreeva FAIL
Paolini to WIN vs Yue Yuan. SPOT ON
Overall Prediction Status: 8 out of 14 correct.
Wuhan Open Round of 64 Results – October 8
One of the most surprising results from the day was Sofia Kenin’s loss to Ekaterina Alexandrova. Despite Kenin’s reputation as a former Grand Slam champion, Alexandrova managed to pull off an impressive upset, winning 6-1, 4-6, 6-4. Kenin rallied in the second set, but Alexandrova kept her cool to close it out in the third. Considering Kenin’s pedigree and experience, Alexandrova’s victory was a standout moment, showing her ability to compete with the sport’s elite.
Magda Linette’s commanding win over Liudmila Samsonova was another eye-catching result. Samsonova, the higher-ranked player, was heavily favored, but Linette completely flipped the script. In a straightforward 6-2, 6-2 win, Linette controlled the pace, never allowing Samsonova to settle into her game. It was a masterclass in consistency and tactics from the Polish player, who outmaneuvered her opponent in every department, making this upset all the more striking.
Perhaps the most dramatic encounter came when Viktoriya Tomova edged out Ashlyn Krueger in a thrilling comeback. After being demolished 6-1 in the first set, Tomova found her footing and battled back to win 1-6, 7-6, 7-5. The tiebreak for instance is a must-watch. Krueger had 4 match points in that breaker to seal the deal but failed to convert, with the Bulgarian saving a few of them miraculously. In a match full of momentum swings, Tomova’s grit and perseverance were rewarded with a hard-fought victory, leaving Krueger to rue her missed opportunities.
Kenin S. (Usa) – Alexandrova E. (Wrl) 1-6 6-4 4-6
Osorio C. (Col) – Cristian J. (Rou) 6-4 2-6 3-6
Samsonova L. (Wrl) – Linette M. (Pol) 2-6 2-6
Eala A. (Phl) – Siniakova K. (Cze) 3-6 1-6
Anisimova A. (Usa) – Bucsa C. (Esp) 6-2 6-4
Krueger A. (Usa) – Tomova V. (Bul) 6-1 6-7 5-7
Cancelled Muchova K. (Cze) withdrawal – Uchijima M. (Jpn)
Tsurenko L. (Ukr) – Boulter K. (Gbr) 6-2 7-5
Putintseva Y. (Kaz) – Zhang S. (Chn) 6-4 6-4
Rakhimova K. (Wrl) – Uchijima M. (Jpn) 6-1 6-2
Bouzkova M. (Cze) – Kudermetova V. (Wrl) 4-6 6-7
Cancelled Badosa P. (Esp) – Tomljanovic A. (Aus)
Andreeva M. (Wrl) – Wang Xiy. (Chn) 7-5 6-3
Bronzetti L. (Ita) LL – Tomljanovic A. (Aus) 6-1 7-6
Avanesyan E. (Arm) – Kostyuk M. (Ukr) 6-4 5-7 6-7
Our Four Predictions.
Cristian to WIN vs Osorio. SPOT ON.
Siniakova to WIN vs Eala. SPOT ON.
Krueger to WIN vs Tomova. FAIL.
Putintseva to WIN vs Zhang. SPOT ON.
Overall Prediction Status: 5 out of 8 correct.
Wuhan Open Round of 64 Results – October 7
Cancelled Stearns P. (Usa) – Kalinskaya A. (Wrl)
Haddad Maia B. (Bra) – Keys M. (Usa) 7-6 6-2
Potapova A. (Wrl) – Volynets K. (Usa) 5-7 6-3 7-5
Fernandez L. (Can) – Shnaider D. (Wrl) 6-7 6-3 6-3
Yuan Y. (Chn) – Burel C. (Fra) 1-6 6-4 6-2
Yastremska D. (Ukr) – Andreeva E. (Wrl) 5-7 4-6
Pera B. (Usa) – Begu I. (Rou) 6-2 4-6 6-2
Parry D. (Fra) – Baptiste H. (Usa) 4-6 5-7
Wang Xin. (Chn) – Dolehide C. (Usa) 6-4 6-0
Mertens E. (Bel) – Vekic D. (Cro) 6-3 1-6 3-6
Bondar A. (Hun) – Kalinskaya A. (Wrl) 1-6 3-6
Hontama M. (Jpn) – Frech M. (Pol) 0-6 4-6
Our Four Predictions.
Elise Mertens to WIN vs Donna Vekic. FAIL.
Diana Shnaider to WIN vs Leylah Fernandez. FAIL
Magdalena Frech to WIN vs Mai Hontama. SPOT ON.
Hailey Baptiste to WIN vs Diane Parry. SPOT ON
We decided to steer away from Beatrice Haddad Maia and Madison Keys.
Overall Prediction Status: 2 out of 4 correct.
Results Wuhan Open – Qualifications Round 2 October 6
Andreeva E. (Wrl) – Tsurenko L. (Ukr) 0:2
Burel C. (Fra) – Bucsa C. (Esp) 0:2
Rakhimova K. (Wrl) – Pera B. (Usa) 1:2
Uchijima M. (Jpn) – Gadecki O. (Aus) 2:0
Hontama M. (Jpn) – Bogdan A. (Rou) 2:0
Baptiste H. (Usa) – Lamens S. (Ned) 2:1
Osorio C. (Col) – Bronzetti L. (Ita) 2:0
Starodubtseva Y. (Ukr) – Bondar A. (Hun) 0:2
Results Wuhan Open – Qualifications Round 1 October 5
Biggest takeaway from this round: Yuliia Starodubtseva advanced again.
Burel C. (Fra) – Parks A. (Usa) 2:1
Rakhimova K. (Wrl) – Stakusic M. (Can) 2:1
Shi H. (Chn) – Bucsa C. (Esp) 0:2
Minnen G. (Bel) – Pera B. (Usa) 1:2
Wei S. (Chn) – Gadecki O. (Aus) 1:2
Andreeva E. (Wrl) – Korpatsch T. (Ger) 2:1
Uchijima M. (Jpn) – Gao X. (Chn) 2:0
Fruhvirtova L. (Cze) – Tsurenko L. (Ukr) 0:2
Ma Y. (Chn) – Bronzetti L. (Ita) 1:2
Rodionova Ar. (Aus) RETIRED – Bondar A. (Hun) 0:1
Osorio C. (Col) – Trevisan M. (Ita) 2:0
Bogdan A. (Rou) – Dart H. (Gbr) RETIRED 1:0
Cancelled Lamens S. (Ned) – Blinkova A. (Wrl)
Cancelled Kessler M. (Usa) – Hontama M. (Jpn)
Siegemund L. (Ger) – Starodubtseva Y. (Ukr) 1:2
Lamens S. (Ned) – Lepchenko V. (Usa) 2:0
You X. (Chn) – Hontama M. (Jpn) 1:2
Wang Y. (Chn) – Baptiste H. (Usa) 0:2
Also read our introduction to the Wuhan Open 2024