Sorana Cirstea Shocks Tennis World with Jaw-Dropping Upset at US Open – You Won’t Believe What She Said to Elena Rybakina!”

In a stunning upset at this year’s US Open, Sorana Cirstea delivered an honest message to Elena Rybakina, calling her “a great player and a sweetheart.” Ranked at No 30 in the world, Cirstea managed to upset the No 4 seed Rybakina with a thrilling match that ended 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-4 in the US Open third round.

Elena Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion, was widely considered one of the top favorites for this year’s US Open title. However, Cirstea’s exceptional performance brought an early end to Rybakina’s campaign at Flushing Meadows. Cirstea had high praise for her opponent, stating, “She’s a great player. She’s number four in the world for a reason, and she’s also a sweetheart. I think she’s wonderful for our tour.”

Reflecting on her victory, Cirstea expressed her satisfaction, saying, “I’ve lost twice against her before, and she’s a very good player. It’s a great win for me, especially because I played well and I really think I gave everything I had tonight, and I deserved this win. And again, thank you everyone for the support.”

Cirstea’s remarkable win began with a positive start as she secured the first break of the match in the fourth game, giving her an early 3-1 lead. She held on to her service for the remainder of the set, eventually clinching the first set. Despite some back-and-forth moments in the second set, Cirstea’s determination ultimately led her to victory in a thrilling three-set match.