Both Haddad Maia and Kasatkina will return at this year’s edition, with the former hoping to retain her title after a difficult 2025 season. However, the former finalists will face stiff opposition from some higher-ranked players this year
Swiatek to headline the field
Polish superstar Iga Swiatek is the top seed at the Korea Open. The reigning Wimbledon champion had not won a title since last year’s Roland Garros tournament, but broke her drought at SW19 this summer.