Sonay Kartal made it to the semi-finals of the Wuhan Open beating world number six Elina Svitolina. The British player also overcame Jasmine Paolini in the quarter-finals. Kartal's performance highlighted a significant upset and showcased her resurgence in the tournament. Her victory over Svitolina in particular was notable as she had not previously beaten the top six player. Kartal's performance has caught attention and could signal a strong run in the tournament.