Justine Henin was the defending champion, but retired from the sport on May 14, 2008.
Jelena Janković won in the final 6–4, 6–3, against Nadia Petrova. Janković became the highest ranking singles player by winning the final.
Seeds The top four seeds received a bye into the second round.
Draw
Finals
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References
External links WTA tournament draws