Zheng Qinwen and Mirra Andreeva have both pulled out of the 2026 Wuhan Open. Zheng has a shoulder problem as the reason for her exit, which came on the back of her title run at the China Open in Beijing. Andreeva also confirmed her withdrawal after finishing that same final.
Philippines wildcard Alex Eala will begin her first-round match 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 home favourite.