I agree, very sad.  I remember watching her at Wimbledon in 2014 when she made the final, she was supposed to be the next big thing, especially since Serena Williams was getting up there in years.  So, with Serena out and the women's draw so wide open, this should be Genie's time.  But sad to say it's rapidly passing her by.  Given that she is now a wild card and may have to play some challenger events,  my guess is that she will just  fade away.