Swiatek Cruises, Krejcikova-Raducanu Winner Awaits
Top seed Iga Swiatek delivered a statement Round of 16 win in Seoul, dismissing Romania’s Sorana Cirstea 6–3, 6–2 to reach the quarterfinals. The Grand Slam champion showcased her signature baseline dominance and impeccable footwork, never allowing Cirstea a foothold in the match. Swiatek now awaits the winner of the postponed clash between Barbora Krejcikova and Emma Raducanu, a match loaded with intrigue: Krejcikova is a Grand Slam winner, while Raducanu’s resurgence continues after a long injury layoff. Either player will present a fascinating contrast to Swiatek’s high-octane rhythm.
Tauson and Joint Bring the Heat in Youth-Driven Section
Clara Tauson is quietly assembling one of her most consistent weeks of 2025. The Dane powered past Germany’s Eva Lys 6–2, 7–6(4), showing her blend of power and poise under pressure. She’ll next face rising Australian teenager Maya Joint, who stunned former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin 6–3, 6–1. Joint was fearless, breaking Kenin five times with aggressive returns and clever angles. The all-under-22 quarterfinal promises a dynamic battle of pace and future potential.
Siniakova Stuns Kasatkina, Lamens Grinds Past Shnaider
It was a day of gritty wins in the third quarter. Czech veteran Katerina Siniakova upset Daria Kasatkina 7–6(2), 6–2, showing vintage doubles-inspired net play and a fearless forehand. Across the net in the quarters will be Suzan Lamens, who earned one of her biggest WTA wins yet with a composed 6–4, 6–4 victory over big-hitting Russian Diana Shnaider. The Dutch qualifier is turning heads with her no-frills, high-discipline game — and she’ll need every ounce of it against the unpredictable Siniakova.
Ella Seidel Wins Epic, Alexandrova Powers Through
Ella Seidel and Beatriz Haddad Maia played the match of the round lasting 3 hours and 31 minutes! The German wild card fought back from a set and a break down to win 6–7(4), 7–6(3), 7–5 after more than three hours of tension.
Haddad Maia vs Seidel – Full Match Stats
| Statistic | Haddad Maia | Seidel |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 0.96 | 1.04 |
| Serve Rating | 249 | 252 |
| Aces | 3 | 0 |
| Double Faults | 9 | 11 |
| 1st Serve % | 62% (72/117) | 55% (68/124) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 75% (54/72) | 71% (48/68) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 40% (18/45) | 54% (30/56) |
| Break Points Saved | 60% (6/10) | 73% (8/11) |
| Service Games | 78% (14/18) | 83% (15/18) |
| Ace % | 2.6% | 0% |
| Double Fault % | 7.7% | 8.9% |
| Return Rating | 119 | 147 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 29% (20/68) | 25% (18/72) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 46% (26/56) | 60% (27/45) |
| Break Points Won | 27% (3/11) | 40% (4/10) |
| Return Games | 17% (3/18) | 22% (4/18) |
| Pressure Points | 43% (9/21) | 57% (12/21) |
| Service Points | 62% (72/117) | 63% (78/124) |
| Return Points | 37% (46/124) | 38% (45/117) |
| Total Points | 49% (118/241) | 51% (123/241) |
| Match Points Saved | 0 | 1 |
| Max Points In A Row | 7 | 5 |
| Total Service Games | 78% (14/18) | 83% (15/18) |
| Total Return Games | 17% (3/18) | 22% (4/18) |
| Total Games | 47% (17/36) | 53% (19/36) |
| Max Games In A Row | 3 | 5 |
| Injury Timeouts | 0 | 0 |
| Match Duration | 3h 31m | |
In contrast, Ekaterina Alexandrova had a more straightforward path, recovering from a sluggish start to defeat France’s Loïs Boisson 4–6, 6–2, 6–2. The Seidel-Alexandrova quarterfinal is a study in contrasts: Seidel thrives on consistency and court coverage, while Alexandrova plays flat, first-strike tennis.
Korea Open 2025 Quarterfinal Lineup
- Iga Swiatek (POL) vs. Barbora Krejcikova (CZE) / Emma Raducanu (GBR)
- Clara Tauson (DEN) vs. Maya Joint (AUS)
- Suzan Lamens (NED) vs. Katerina Siniakova (CZE)
- Eva Seidel (GER) vs. Ekaterina Alexandrova (RUS)