Stan Wawrinka

Stan Wawrinka extended his remarkable longevity on the ATP Tour by winning a first‑round match at 41 years and six months, placing him among the oldest match winners in history. He has also set a date for his farewell exhibition in Geneva on December 19, where he will share the court with legends Andy Murray, Roger Federer and Gael Monfils. The event will mark the official end of his 24‑year professional career.

Swiss veteran Stan Wawrinka, who will retire after the 2026 season with his last appearance at the Swiss Indoors in Basel, received praise from fellow ATP player Daniil Medvedev, who said Wawrinka’s achievements during the Big Four era are astonishing and not overlooked by peers. The article also notes Wawrinka’s recent struggles, having won only one match since the French Open.

Swiss tennis star Stan Wawrinka, a 2016 US Open champion, announced he will retire at the end of 2026. He expressed gratitude to the US Open and New York despite not receiving a wildcard for a final Grand Slam appearance.