The WTA Korea Open opens its 2026 campaign on Show Court 1 in Seoul, Korea Republic, as scheduled for Sunday, September 20th at 11:00 PM EDT. Elvina Kalieva and Katie Volynets, both representing the United States, are drawn against each other in the opening round of the main draw, scheduled to begin at 3:00 AM UTC on Sunday, September 21st. With both Americans drawn in the same opening-round bracket, the spotlight falls on who can seize early momentum on Show Court 1. The scheduled start time of 3:00 AM UTC leaves a narrow window before the match formally begins, meaning the first serve and return will set the tone early. Whatever unfolds on Show Court 1 will shape the opening chapter of their Korea Open journeys.
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Elvina Kalieva vs. Katie Volynets: Korea Open Round 1 Preview
Women's Singles
Sun, September 20th at 11:00 PM EDT
Seoul, Korea Republic
Matchup
Elvina Kalieva vs. Katie Volynets
Tournament
Korea Open
Draw / Round
Women's Singles | Round 1
Start
Sun, September 20th at 11:00 PM EDT
Venue / Court
Seoul, Korea Republic | Show Court 1
Coverage
TBD
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Elvina Kalieva
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Elvina Kalieva vs Katie Volynets
Start
2026-09-20 23:05:00
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