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PIF Race to the WTA Finals: Kasatkina, Kostyuk eyeing a move in Seoul

WTA Finals race heats up as Kasatkina and Kostyuk aim to secure spot in Seoul

The race to the WTA Finals is heating up, with Daria Kasatkina and Marta Kostyuk among the players vying for a spot in the prestigious season-ending tournament. The WTA Finals will be held in Fort Worth, Texas, from October 31 to November 7, and the top eight players in the Porsche Race to the WTA Finals standings will qualify. Kasatkina and Kostyuk are currently ranked ninth and 10th, respectively, and both players are in contention to move up the standings with a strong showing at the Hana Bank Korea Open in Seoul.

Kasatkina and Kostyuk face tough competition in Seoul

Kasatkina and Kostyuk will face tough competition in Seoul, with several other players also in contention for a spot in the WTA Finals. Among the players to watch are Ons Jabeur, Jessica Pegula, and Coco Gauff. Jabeur is currently ranked second in the Porsche Race to the WTA Finals standings, while Pegula is fourth and Gauff is fifth. All three players have had strong seasons and will be looking to secure their spot in the WTA Finals with a good performance in Seoul.

Kasatkina and Kostyuk have strong records in Seoul

Kasatkina and Kostyuk both have strong records in Seoul. Kasatkina won the tournament in 2021, while Kostyuk reached the semifinals in 2020. Both players will be hoping to use their past success in Seoul to their advantage as they look to secure a spot in the WTA Finals.

Kasatkina and Kostyuk in good form heading into Seoul

Kasatkina and Kostyuk are both in good form heading into Seoul. Kasatkina has won two titles this season, including the Granby Open in August. Kostyuk has also won two titles this season, including the Vancouver Open in August.

PIF Race to the WTA Finals: Kasatkina, Kostyuk eyeing a move in Seoul