Zheng Qinwen and Mirra Andreeva have both pulled out of the 2026 Wuhan Open. Zheng is dealing with a shoulder complaint as the reason for her withdrawal, which came following her victory at the China Open in Beijing. Andreeva also pulled out 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 hard-court contest in Wuhan. Eala's wildcard entry gives her a chance against a Chinese crowd favourite.