Prize Money and Points for Sabalenka and Paolini at Wuhan Open
Aryna Sabalenka's bid for a fourth consecutive title in Wuhan ended in the semi-finals.
Sabalenka and Jasmine Paolini's Wuhan Open campaigns concluded in the semi-final, with their prize money and WTA Rankings affected accordingly.
Defending champion Sabalenka started strong against Jessica Pegula, with a 20-0 record at the tournament and an 8-2 lead in their head-to-head record.
Pegula bounced back to secure a 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7-2) victory over the world No 1.
Paolini caused an upset in the quarter-final, claiming her first career win over Iga Swiatek, but lost to Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-3.
Author's summary: Sabalenka and Paolini's Wuhan Open campaigns ended in semi-finals.