Elena Rybakina faces a challenging path towards retaining her WTA Finals crown after being drawn alongside Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Linda Noskova in a formidable Group 1.
Coco Gauff has withdrawn from the Wuhan Open after an early exit from the China Open and a difficult spell during the Asian swing.
Elise Mertens finally ended her losing run against Coco Gauff as she defeated the American 6-3, 6-3 to reach the China Open quarter-finals.
Coco Gauff has been subjected to racist abuse on social media following an incident during the China Open on Monday.
Coco Gauff has already turned her attention towards the 2027 season after admitting it "always sucks" to lose at the US Open, following her semi-final defeat by Elena Rybakina.
Coco Gauff saved two match points as she fought back from a set down to beat Mirra Andreeva and reach the US Open semi-finals.