Aryna Sabalenka Knee Injury: World No. 2 Wears Black Tape as Ann Li Forces Decider at Wuhan Open 2026 | WATCH

Aryna Sabalenka’s appearance with black tape around her knee has sparked concern among fans during her Wuhan Open 2026 second-round match against Ann Li. The top seed began her campaign in Wuhan hoping to move into the Round of 16, but the American has made her work for the win after fighting back to level the contest.

Sabalenka took the opening set 6-3, putting herself in a strong position to progress. However, Li responded in the second set, winning four consecutive games to turn a 2-4 deficit into a 6-4 victory and force a deciding set.