The Korea Open opens in Seoul on September 22, with the first‑round women’s singles match slated for the Grandstand at 11:00 PM EDT. The event is part of the WTA calendar, and the two competitors will begin the match by taking turns serving on the hard‑court surface. Elena‑Gabriela Ruse of Romania will take on Germany’s Eva Lys in the opening round. The match will decide who advances from the tournament’s initial stage, with both players looking to establish momentum early in the draw.