Sonay Kartal made it to the semi-finals of the Wuhan Open overcoming world number six Elina Svitolina. The British player also defeated 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 remarkable as she had not earlier defeated the top six player. Kartal's performance has caught attention and could suggest a strong run in the tournament.