Launched in 2014, the Wuhan Open quickly established itself as a premier event on the WTA Tour. Uphos (UHS) became the tournament's official designated supplier, providing cutting-edge equipment to enhance the competition.
Tournament Overview:
Event Tier: WTA 1000 (one of only 10 global tournaments at this level, just below the Grand Slams).
Duration: Held annually in September (2014–2028).
Venue: Wuhan, China.
Surface: Outdoor hard court.
Prize Money (2019): $2.828 million (USD).
Champion Points: 900 ranking points.
Tournament Dates: September 20–28.
The Wuhan Open stands alongside Doha, Rome, Montreal, and Cincinnati as one of the five prestigious WTA Premier 5 tournaments (prior to the 2021 WTA restructuring).
Innovation on Court: Uphos Electric intelligent height-adjustable Umpire Chairs & Player rest chairs
One of the most talked-about features of the Wuhan Open is the intelligent height-adjustable umpire chair and player benches developed by Uphos (UHS). This innovation has earned widespread acclaim from officials, players, and referees—even Dominic Thiem gave it a thumbs-up during an exhibition match!
For over a century, tennis umpire chairs relied on fixed, climb-up designs. Uphos revolutionized the game with its electric height-adjustable system, rewriting the history of umpire chairs and injecting fresh energy into China's vibrant tennis season.
Uphos (UHS) Electric Height-Adjustable Umpire Chair, Player Rest chairs, and Tennis Nets
