South Korea’s Kim Ga Ram defeated China’s Xu Wen Jing 19–21, 23–21, 23–21 in the women’s singles Round of 16 at the VICTOR Korea Masters 2026 on 6 August 2026.
The match on Court 1 produced three closely contested games, with Kim recovering after losing the opening game and twice edging Xu in extended finishes.
Xu Wen Jing took the opening game 21–19, giving the Chinese player an early advantage. Kim Ga Ram responded in the second game, but neither player was able to pull away decisively. Kim eventually secured the game 23–21 to level the match.
The deciding game followed the same pattern. Both players remained within touching distance throughout the contest, pushing the game beyond the standard 21-point mark. Kim held her nerve in the closing exchanges to win another 23–21, completing the comeback.
Kim Ga Ram’s victory sent her through to the quarter-finals of the women’s singles draw at the Korea Masters.
Standout Performances
- Kim Ga Ram (South Korea): Defeated Xu Wen Jing 19–21, 23–21, 23–21.
- Xu Wen Jing (China): Won the opening game but could not close out the three-game match.
- Round: Women’s Singles Round of 16.
- Result: Kim Ga Ram advanced to the quarter-finals.
Turning Point
The second game was crucial. After losing the opener 19–21, Kim recovered to win the second 23–21, forcing a deciding game. She then repeated the scoreline in the third to complete the comeback.
Match Statistics
- Tournament: VICTOR Korea Masters 2026
- Category: Women’s Singles
- Round: Round of 16
- Date: 6 August 2026
- Venue: Asan Yi Sun-sin Gymnasium, Asan, South Korea
- Court: Court 1
- Winner: Kim Ga Ram
- Runner-up: Xu Wen Jing
- Final Score: 19–21, 23–21, 23–21
- Result: Kim Ga Ram advanced to the quarter-finals.