Cori Gauff

The American arrives in Beijing as the defending champion after her inconsistent North American hardcourt swing, but she assures that "I took a weight off my shoulders this year by winning Roland Garros."

We detail how the Beijing tournament bracket stands, with Swiatek and Gauff as favorites due to Sabalenka's absence.

With Sabalenka and Swiatek already qualified, we analyze who the six players could be that will accompany them next November in Riyadh.

The American admits to being disappointed by the defeat, but she makes a hopeful defense of the improvement process she is immersed in.

The American is already revving up engines and will face a champion like Naomi Osaka in the fourth round of the last Grand Slam of the year.

The American player opens up about her emotions: "I show people what it is to be human, I have bad days".