The Toray Pan Pacific Open, held in Tokyo, Japan from October 26 to November 1, has suffered top players withdrawals ahead of its WTA 500 event. We provide a list of the players that will miss the upcoming tournament and their respective replacements.
Which Players Withdrew?
Iga Świątek has withdrawn from Tokyo following a demanding season, citing on social media the decision to end her season early in need to rest. The Pole, who recently withdrew from the Ningbo Open, has been dealing with a persistent left tight injury, adding to her ultimate decision to end her 2026 season.
Anna Kalinskaya has withdrawn from the tournament due to ongoing illness and physical struggles, following her retirement during her second-round match against Qinwen Zheng.
Marta Kostyuk’s withdrawal comes after a recurring left wrist injury. The Ukrainian had to retire during her match against Ekaterina Alexandrova at the Ningbo Open, citing on Instagram her wrist pain has returned.
Jessica Pegula withdrew from the Toray Open due to severe accumulated fatigue and exhaustion following a demanding hard-court swing. The American skipped the China Open and later suffered a second-round loss to Jelena Ostapenko at the Wuhan Open.
Elina Svitolina has withdrawn from the WTA 500 after announcing her divorce to Gael Monfils. Having already secured her spot at the WTA Finals, the Ukrainian chose to rest and prepare to compete in her best level at Indian Wells.
Iva Jovic’s decision to withdraw from Tokyo comes after a demanding breakthrough season. The 18-year-old has played 60 high-level matches. Jovic’s withdrawal comes after a grueling three-set loss to Diana Shnaider at the Ningbo Open quarterfinals.
Who Replaces Those Players at the WTA Toray Pan Pacific Open?
Nikola Bartunkova will take the place of Iga Świątek, while Diane Perry replaces Anna Kalinskaya. Meanwhile, Cristina Bucsa steps in for Marta Kostyuk, and Ann Li replaces Jessica Pegula.
There has been a further change involving Elina Svitolina’s spot. Peyton Sterns was initially set to replace the Ukrainian but subsequently withdrew. Her spot will now be filled by a lucky loser or qualifier, with the final replacement yet to be confirmed.
Additionally, Xinyu Wang has been confirmed as the replacement for Iva Jovic.
With the final draw expected to be finalized ahead of the tournament, the players will look for an opportunity to make the most of the tournament as the Asian Swing comes to an end.
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