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Sorana Cîrstea expressed gratitude to her fans after concluding her participation in the Asian tournaments and the 2026 competitive season. She acknowledged feeling exhausted both physically and mentally. Following her defeat in the quarterfinals of the WTA 250 tournament in Hong Kong, she hinted at the possibility of retirement. Cîrstea had previously announced that 2026 would be her last season, but her strong performance this year led to doubts about her decision. She finished the season with a record of 40 wins and 18 losses, achieving notable victories and reaching her career-high ranking of 15th in the WTA at age 36. Despite a challenging end to the year, she remains a celebrated figure in tennis with multiple titles.

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