Tennis
Sorana Cirstea posts message after playing final tournament of her career, ‘an incredible year’
Sorana Cirstea has concluded her two-decade professional tennis career following a quarter-final loss at the Hong Kong Open. The 36-year-old Romanian fell in straight sets to Alexandra Schubladze, marking the final appearance of a season that saw her reach a career-high ranking of world number 15.
Reflecting on her departure, Cirstea expressed gratitude for her time on the circuit, noting that she felt physically and mentally exhausted despite a successful year. Her final campaign included a title victory at the Transylvania Open and a notable win over Aryna Sabalenka at the Italian Open, capping a career that saw her reach the quarter-finals at both the French Open and the U.S.
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