Romanian tennis player Sorana Cîrstea will begin the 2026 Roland Garros from within the top twenty players globally. Her semifinal appearance at the Rome tournament, which awarded 1000 ranking points, helped her jump nine positions in the world rankings, achieving her first career entry into the top 20.
Having previously reached the 21st position on the WTA rankings in 2013, Cîrstea has not only equaled but improved upon this performance at the age of 36, right before her planned retirement.
Sorana Cîrstea Ranked 18th in WTA as Roland Garros 2026 Approaches
With a WTA title secured in her home country earlier this year, and now ranked 18th in the world, Sorana Cîrstea approaches what could be her final Roland Garros with less pressure. The top-seeded placement in the draw will offer her a favorable position and shield her from early-round challenges from formidable opponents, barring any surprising draw results.
Sorana Cîrstea's late-career surge is simply incredible! Can she pull off one more major title before hanging up her racquet? Let's hope so!