Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka. File.
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Stan Wawrinka introduced Friday (June 26, 2026) he’ll throw a farewell get together for followers on December 19 in Geneva with former tennis stars Roger Federer and Andy Murray on the cardboard of the “One final backhand” occasion.
The 41-year-old three-time Grand Slam champion mentioned on Instagram that after greater than 20 years on tour, it was time for him to hold up his racquet.
“Earlier than leaving, I wished to organise one final night to thanks and say goodbye,” mentioned Wawrinka who has fallen out of the top-100.
“I am fortunate to have the ability to rely on my associates, with whom I’ve shared so many nice moments through the years. Andy Murray, Gael Monfils, and Roger Federer can be there,” he mentioned.
The Swiss participant gained 16 titles throughout his profession — together with the Australian Open in 2014, the French Open in 2015 and the US Open in 2016. He reached a career-high world quantity three rating in 2014.
Wawrinka is making ready to play in his remaining Wimbledon beginning subsequent week due to a wildcard granted by organisers of the event the place he reached the quarter-finals twice.
Revealed – June 27, 2026 02:20 am IST
