Canada’s Carol Zhao Receives Main-Draft Wild Card Carol Zhao has earned the prestigious and eagerly awaited wildcard slot for upcoming final season of the 'National Bank Open,' a testament to her skill under pressure.
The event will kick off at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto on Saturday, marking the final opportunity for the WTA professional player to represent her country. This news also extends to Arseneault, who received the duo’s main-draw wildcard.
31-Year-Old Confirmation of 2026 Season Closing: Earlier this year, a confirmation was given that it will be Zhao's last season as an active participant in tournaments, having embarked on her WTA professional pathway in 2016 and becoming a respected figure within the Canadian tennis community.
National Bank Open Wild Card Selections by Tennis Canada Heads-up Decision: Head of Women’s Tennis at Tennis Canada chose to award wildcard spots for Zhao and Arseneault – in what is likely their last chance at such significant recognition on national soil. Tennis Canada also presented wild cards to other high-profile figures such as Venus Williams, Bianca Andreescu, Kayla Cross, Katherine Sebov, Cadence Brace, and Rebecca Marino, each vying for the opportunity of one final stage play in a tournament they hold dear with personal dedication.
