'Let's Go Stan': Wawrinka bids farewell to Grand Slam tennis after defeat
NEW YORK: Former US Open champion Stan Wawrinka bade farewell to Grand Slam tennis on Monday, losing in straight sets to Italian Matteo Berrettini in the opening round at Flushing Meadows.
New York witnessed the end of an era for tennis as former US Open champion Stan Wawrinka lost in straight sets to Matteo Berrettini in the opening round on Monday. The 39-year-old Swiss player, a three-time Grand Slam champion, fought hard but ultimately fell 7-6, 7-6, 6-0. Despite the loss, a crowd of Let s Go Stan! supporters remained vocal throughout the match.
Wawrinka, who will retire after 2026, described the opportunity to play at the US Open as meaningful and tearfully expressed his love for the game during a brief on-court celebration. The tennis community praised Wawrinka's on-court presence, with Ryan Loar noting the underdog story of the Swiss player and Dave Kaval admiring Wawrinka's relatable appearance.
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