Zheng Qinwen and Mirra Andreeva have both pulled out of the 2026 Wuhan Open. Zheng cited a shoulder injury as the reason for her absence, which came on the back of her title run at the China Open in Beijing. Andreeva also stepped aside after competing in that same final.
Philippines wildcard Alex Eala gets her tournament underway against China's Han Shi in the first round of the WTA event in Wuhan. Eala's wildcard berth sets up a strong opportunity against a home favourite.