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WTA Jiujiang Tournament Begins with Key Matches on Opening Day
JIUJIANG, China — The WTA Jiujiang tournament kicks off on October 27, 2025, featuring an exciting lineup of matches as players aim to finish the season strong. Among them is Yulia Putintseva, who faces Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva in the round of 32.
Putintseva, currently ranked 63rd, has had a tough year but hopes to turn things around. “It’s my last chance to finish this season on a positive note,” she said. With a 61% probability of winning according to simulation models, she is favored to beat Jimenez Kasintseva.
This match is set to begin at 12:10 AM ET on Monday. The recent analysis predicts that Putintseva is likely to win the first set as well, which could be crucial to her confidence.
In other matches, 18-year-old Korneeva will try to outplay Guo, who has struggled recently. Analysts believe Korneeva has the skill and composure required to manage the pressure of competing in front of a home crowd.
Bondar is also expected to continue her winning streak against Wei, having claimed a recent victory over her just weeks ago.
The tournament’s defending champion, Viktorija Golubic, returns to the court, looking to defend her title. Notably, the event has seen former champions like Jelena Janković and Qiang Wang.
With many players seeking valuable ranking points before the offseason, fans can expect an unpredictable and thrilling week of tennis in Jiujiang.
