Sorana Cîrstea, eliminated by a qualifier in the quarterfinals in Hong Kong

End of the road for Sorana Cîrstea in Hong Kong. The Romanian was eliminated by the world No. 136. Alexandra Shubladze (21 years old, No. 136 in the WTA rankings) defeated her 2-6, 3-6.

Alexandra Shubladze will face Claire Liu (USA, 26 years old, No. 102 in the WTA rankings) in the Hong Kong semifinals. This may have been the final tournament of Sorana’s career, as she announced her retirement at the end of this season.