Ningbo Open
Follow the latest WTA Ningbo Open news from the hard courts of China. We cover top performances, rising talent, and big moments as the tour heats up in Ningbo. Clear stories, quick updates, and everything fans need to stay in the loop.
Ningbo Open Champions
2024 Daria Kasatkina def. Mirra Andreeva 6-0, 4-6, 6-4
2023 Ons Jabeur def. Diana Shnaider 6-2 6-1
2015-2022 No editions staged
2014 Magda Linette def. Wang Qiang 3–6, 7–5, 6–1
2013 Bojana Jovanovski def. Zhang Shuai 6–7(7), 6–4, 6–1
2012 Lauren Davis def. Chang Kai-chen 6–4, 6–3, 3–6
Elena Rybakina Roars to 2025 Ningbo Title With Comeback Over Alexandrova
Elena Rybakina delivered a splendid win at the AUX Ningbo Open, overcoming a brave Ekaterina Alexandrova 3–6, 6–2, 6–0 to claim her second title of 2025 and the 10th of her career. The victory also reignited her push toward WTA Finals qualification, with the Kazakh star now closing in on a third straight appearance at…
Elena Rybakina defeats Jasmine Paolini to reach Ningbo Open final and boost WTA Finals hopes
Elena Rybakina produced one of her sharpest performances of the season to defeat Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 and reach the final of the Ningbo Open, giving fresh momentum to her late push for the WTA Finals in Riyadh. It is just her second final of 2025, yet one that could prove pivotal. The 2022 Wimbledon…
2025 Ningbo Open WTA500 Results (Updated) Including Qualifiers
The WTA 500 Ningbo Open in China runs from October 13 to 19 at the Yinzhou Tennis Center. The tournament is the third major Chinese hard-court event of the season and features a 28-player singles draw. The heat is on for at least two players — Elena Rybakina and Jasmine Paolini — who are battling…
Rybakina Crushes Tomljanović to Reach 2025 Ningbo Semis
Elena Rybakina delivered a masterclass in controlled aggression at the 2025 Ningbo Open quarterfinals, dismantling Ajla Tomljanović 6–2, 6–0 in just over an hour. What began as a tight tactical duel quickly became a showcase of Rybakina’s ability to turn defense into dominance — her serve impenetrable, her return game merciless. With poise and precision,…
Sky-High Stakes in Ningbo: Paolini and Rybakina Chase Final WTA Finals Tickets
It’s no longer just about trophies in Ningbo — it’s about tickets to Riyadh. With six of the eight WTA Finals spots already locked in, the remaining two will be claimed by Jasmine Paolini, Elena Rybakina, or Mirra Andreeva. Only the two highest finishers among this trio will qualify. And with Andreeva already eliminated in…
Alexandrova and Kessler March On in Style in China’s Ningbo Open 2025
China’s Yue Yuan, ranked No.108 and the nation’s third-highest player, stepped onto court in Ningbo looking to test herself against world No.10 Ekaterina Alexandrova — a career-high for the in-form Russian. The 27-year-old Yuan, often dubbed the best of the rest behind compatriots Qinwen Zheng and Xinyu Wang, has built her reputation on disciplined, aggressive…
Diana Shnaider Stuns Karolina Muchova at the Ningbo Open 2025
Quarter-final places were sealed in emphatic fashion at the Ningbo Open. Diana Shnaider delivered the comeback of the round. It was a session that balanced grit with polish — a performance that underlined why she looks a genuine threat heading into the business end of the tournament. Shnaider Stages Spirited Comeback Against Muchova Diana Shnaider…
Andreeva’s WTA Finals Bid in Jeopardy After Shock Ningbo Exit
Mirra Andreeva’s push for a place at the WTA Finals has hit a serious snag. The 18-year-old’s defeat at the Ningbo Open — a pivotal event in the run-up to the season finale in Riyadh — leaves her qualification hopes hanging by a thread. The Russian teenager fell 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 to Lin Zhu, the…
Emma Raducanu Draws Lin Zhu in Ningbo Open Opener
The Ningbo Open 2025 draw has set up some intriguing early-round matchups — and one of the most anticipated involves Emma Raducanu, who will open her campaign against Chinese player Lin Zhu, currently ranked No. 230 in the world. First career meeting between Emma Raducanu and Lin Zhu Zhu enters the tournament with a 19–15…
Ningbo Open 2024: Daria Kasatkina Brings WTA 500 Title Home for Natalia Zabiiako
Ningbo, China. During each change of sides, Daria Kasatkina and Mirra Andreeva passed each other as if the other didn’t exist. It was remarkable to see, given how well they know each other both on and off the court. After all, “What the Vlog” plays a significant role in their relationship. Both had much at…
What The Vlog! Friends Daria Kasatkina and Mirra Andreeva in Final of Ningbo Open 2024
In the Ningbo final of 2024, two close friends will face each other: Daria Kasatkina will play against one of the regulars in her vlog, Mirra Andreeva. Both players were leading one set to love in their semifinals and experienced some unexpected fortune as Paula Badosa and Karolina Muchova had to retire from their matches…
Ningbo Open 500: Seven Players Seeking Redemption After Disappointing Performances in Chinese 2024 Swing
The Ningbo Open draw in China featured many players who had already competed over there, setting the stage for either high-stakes tennis or further potential disappointment. Us WTA fans, looked forward to an exciting week of matches filled with intensity and skill as these athletes vied for victory. As the tournament approached, all eyes were…
