Former world No. 3 Elina Svitolina faces Caroline Wozniacki in a thrilling first-round clash at the ASB Classic, setting the stage for a potential showdown with Emma Raducanu. Drawn as the second seed, Svitolina's involvement in the draw unfolded, hinting at a high-profile match. The unseeded Wozniacki's disc sealed the deal, surprising organizers. The winner eyes a meeting with Raducanu.