India, Oct. 14 -- Aryna Sabalenka will take on Ann Li in the Round of 32 at the 2026 Wuhan Open with the Belarusian looking to make a strong start to her campaign. A three-time champion at the tournament, Sabalenka returns to Wuhan aiming to put her early exit at the China Open behind her. She also has the advantage in their previous meetings, leading Li 3-0 in the head-to-head record, including a straight-sets win at the Miami Open earlier this year. Ranked World No. 2, Sabalenka has enjoyed an impressive 2026 hard-court season, recording 34 wins against just five defeats.

Li, meanwhile, will look to challenge the tournament favourite and secure a notable result against one of the WTA Tour's leading players. The American advanced to the...