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