Zheng Qinwen and Mirra Andreeva have both stepped back from the 2026 Wuhan Open. Zheng has a shoulder problem as the reason for her withdrawal, which came after her win at the China Open in Beijing. Andreeva also stepped aside after playing through that same final.
Philippines wildcard Alex Eala gets her tournament underway against China's Han Shi in the early draw of the WTA hard-court contest in Wuhan. Eala's wildcard entry gives her a chance against a Chinese crowd favourite.