World number two Aryna Sabalenka began her WTA Finals campaign with a straight-sets victory over Karolina Muchova, while Mirra Andreeva downed Elina Svitolina on her debut.
Gael Monfils has defended Elina Svitolina against what he called "venomous criticism" following their split, breaking his silence for the first time since the announcement.
Elina Svitolina has announced that her marriage to Gael Monfils is ending, saying she needs to "find my way back to myself".
Sonay Kartal continued her impressive comeback from injury by defeating world number six Elina Svitolina to reach the semi-finals of the Wuhan Open for the first time.
Elina Svitolina and Iga Swiatek were both knocked out of the 2026 China Open at the quarter-final stage on Friday by less fancied opponents.
Ukraine reached their maiden Billie Jean King Cup final after Elina Svitolina recorded a dominant 6-2 6-2 triumph against Italy's Jasmine Paolini.