Draw 2024 Guangzhou Open including Siniakova, Avanesyan, Dart and Bouzkova

The draw has been completed ahead of the WTA 250 Guangzhou Open, taking place at the Nansha International Tennis Center from October 21-27, 2024, on outdoor hard courts. The tournament features several rising stars, led by Katerina Siniakova as the first seed.

In a draw that appears wide open, with good opportunities to gain points and ensure growth in the rankings as the 2024 season comes to a close, Chinese player Yue Yuan, Armenian Elina Avanesyan, and Czech Marie Bouzkova are among the favorites.

The end of the season often brings changes to players' schedules, and the tournament has seen significant withdrawals in recent days, including Emma Raducanu, Sloane Stephens, and Yulia Putintseva. However, this also opens up possibilities for most players in the draw, with no undisputed favorites beyond the rankings.

The two Czech representatives in the tournament are the main seeds, preparing for their debuts between Monday and Tuesday once the qualifying rounds conclude. Siniakova is waiting for a rival coming from the qualifiers, while Bouzkova will face Suzan Lamens, the recent champion of the Japan Open. The Dutch player made a significant leap by securing her first title from qualifying and entering the top 100 for the first time in her career.

Several of the rising young talents will also have a spot in the draw. Diane Parry (22 years old, 5th seed) and Jessica Bouzas Maneiro (22 years old, 7th seed) are also waiting for players from the qualifiers. On the other hand, Elina Avanesyan (22 years old, 4th seed) will debut against the experienced Lucia Bronzetti, while Erika Andreeva (Mirra's older sister) faces Olga Danilovic.

Notable names also include Harriet Dart, Jaqueline Cristian, Shuai Zhang, Bernarda Pera, and Olivia Gadecki. Additionally, players such as Alycia Parks, Petra Martic, and Caroline Dolehide could join from the qualifiers.