Sorana Cirstea rides the New York crowd’s energy to STUN Elena Rybakina in the third round of the US Open
Sorana Cirstea's stunning victory over Elena Rybakina astounded spectators and tennis enthusiasts alike.
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Elena Rybakina and Sorana Cirstea (Credits: Wearetennis/X)
Sorana Cirstea, ranked 30th globally, pulled off a stunning upset by defeating Elena Rybakina in a nail-biting three-set match. Despite the odds favoring the 4th-ranked player, Cirstea’s remarkable performance saw her win 3-6, 7-6, 4-6. Her unexpected victory left everyone in the tennis world astonished.
Cirstea, a former World No. 21, revealed that the atmosphere at the Louis Armstrong Stadium was unlike anything she’d ever experienced in her tennis career. While she’s had limited success in Grand Slam events, with only one notable semi-final at the 2019 Roland Garros, she made a significant impact by reaching the semi-finals of the 2023 Miami Open and the quarter-finals at the Indian Wells Masters.
Not only did the crowd and her opponent express astonishment, but it was also unexpected for Sorana Cirstea to overcome World No. 4, Elena Rybakina. Rybakina, a former Wimbledon champion and Australian Open runner-up with two Masters 1000 titles, was seen as a formidable adversary. Cirstea’s victory was a big surprise given the odds.
Despite the odds, Sorana Cirstea emerged victorious, securing her spot in the fourth round at Flushing Meadows after her upset against Rybakina. Her next challenge awaits in the form of Belinda Bencic, another formidable opponent.
Sorana Cirstea moves to the fourth round
Romanian Sorana Cirstea moves on to the fourth round of the US Open, following a three-set thriller against Rybakina. She will be facing former World No.4 Belinda Bencic at Flushing Meadows.
Bencic, hailing from Switzerland, boasts an impressive list of titles, including a gold medal in Singles and a silver in Doubles at the Tokyo Olympics. Her achievements make her a formidable and worthy opponent for Sorana Cirstea.
With Sorana Cirstea in excellent form following her win against Rybakina and Belinda Bencic showcasing her impressive achievements, the upcoming fourth-round clash promises to be an exciting spectacle. Both players will be eager to deliver their best performances and secure victory in what is sure to be a highly competitive match.
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Ramya Rangarajan
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