Round 1 of the China Open brings together Yuan Yue of China and Oleksandra Oliynykova of Ukraine at the Capital Group Diamond in Beijing. This initial meeting sets the pace for the WTA Women's Singles event as both players prepare to begin their tour of the China Open. The contest will kick off on September 30, 2026, at 6:00 AM local time. This qualifier sees an early start that could determine whether these contenders advance into the main draw. With the venue established and the scheduling tight, both players will test their readiness against each other before the next rounds begin. The capital group diamond will host this first-round showdown as part of the WTA competition.