Cirstea fought back to create break opportunities, reaching 0-30 and then 15-30. Andreeva saved one break point with a backhand winner but netted a forehand, allowing Cirstea to break and level the set at 3-3 after trailing 0-6. Commentators noted that a dip in performance was expected after Andreeva’s strong start. Andreeva regained momentum with a series of strong shots, including a half-volley, to break again and lead 6-0 3-2. She held serve comfortably to extend the advantage. Cirstea held from 40-15 to stay in the set. Andreeva maintained control and led 6-0 1-2 at the changeover. The second set began with both players exchanging breaks before leveling at 1-1. Cirstea avoided a shutout by holding serve. Andreeva has dominated since the match began, closing the roof and taking a commanding position. The 19-year-old showed improved handling of her defensive style against the veteran Cirstea. Cirstea reached her first quarterfinal in years after a long gap between appearances at this stage. She aims to limit Andreeva’s angles and backhand opportunities. Other matches in the session include a Ukrainian matchup between Elina Svitolina and Marta Kostyuk, followed by Alexander Zverev facing a favorable draw in the men’s event.
