Sorana Cirstea: No Expiry Date for Dreams
Romanian tennis player Sorana Cirstea reached her first French Open quarter-final in 17 years, marking a remarkable milestone in her career. At 36, Cirstea aims for glory amidst a field devoid of former champions. Her victory over Wang Xinyu emphasizes her enduring passion for tennis despite societal age norms.
Devdiscourse News Desk | (Adds Quotes | Updated: 31-05-2026 17:22 IST | Created: 31-05-2026 17:22 IST
Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea demonstrated that dreams have no expiration date as she advanced to the quarter-finals of the French Open, defeating China's Wang Xinyu in a tense 6-3, 7-6(4) match.
Cirstea, at 36, makes her Roland Garros quarter-final appearance 17 years after her last, defying age stereotypes in sports.
Having shocked top competitors, including world number one Aryna Sabalenka, Cirstea is in peak form, motivated by a deep love for tennis and supported by her family and team.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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