2026 will be a year that will mark the end of the career of a tennis legend, such as Stanislas Wawrinka.who knew how to be number 3 in the world and win three Grand Slam titles. All this, at a time when Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic were playing at their peak, nothing more and nothing less.
The Swiss, who will seek to compete throughout the season for the last time, spoke about it at the United Cup, a competition for countries of which he is a part: “It’s going to be special, but it will be my last year. So, After more than 20 years on the circuit, of course it will be very special to play for the last time all those tournaments in which I have participated so many times“.
Then he added: “At the same time, a year is a long time. There is a lot of tennis to be played, hopefully, and some good results. “For my part, I am very grateful to be able to play all those tournaments one last time, once again, and see the fans from all over the world.”
In turn, he confessed that he does not regret having announced his retirement: “As always, I try to exceed my limits. Being an athlete means always giving your all, exceeding your own limits and trying to reach as high as possible with your own abilities. Sometimes it will be difficult in tournaments. It will be very emotional, because I know how I feel and how I am, and I love this sport very much, but in general I am very happy with my decision. I am at peace with it. I’m happy to have the opportunity to continue playing at that level at 40 years old. As I say, I hope to get good results this year.“.
“I feel good, and one of my goals is to be able to finish playing tennis and not have to stop after 20 years due to an injury.. Yes, that’s also one of the reasons why I got to the point of wanting this to be my last year, to finish on a good note. I hope that’s the case,” he concluded.
In the United Cup, Wawrinka will debut against Arthur Rinderknech (number 29 in the world). Without a doubt, it will be a risky match in their first duel of the year.
