Wawrinka Announces Farewell Fete with Federer and Murray
The 41-year-old three-time Grand Slam champion will thank fans at the One Last Backhand event before his final Wimbledon appearance.
- On Friday, Stan Wawrinka announced he will host a farewell event titled "One Last Backhand" in Geneva on December 19, featuring Roger Federer, Andy Murray, and Gael Monfils.
- The three-time Grand Slam champion won 16 titles during his career, including the Australian Open in 2014, the French Open in 2015, and the 2016 championship.
- After more than 20 years on tour, Wawrinka announced on Instagram it was time to retire, stating, "Before leaving, I wanted to organise one last evening to thank you and say goodbye."
- The Swiss is preparing to play his final Wimbledon starting next week after receiving a wildcard, having reached the tournament's quarterfinals twice previously.
- Wawrinka, who has fallen out of the top 100, reflected on his peers, saying, "I'm lucky to be able to count on my friends, with whom I've shared so many great moments over the years.
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Wawrinka to host ‘One Last Backhand’ farewell party with Federer, Murray
Stan Wawrinka announced on Friday that he will host a farewell party for fans in Geneva on December 19, with former tennis stars Roger Federer and Andy Murray on the card for the “One Last Backhand” event.
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Tennis - ATP - "I wanted to organize a last evening to thank you and greet you - said the legend on social media -. I am lucky to be able to count on my friends, with whom I have lived so many beautiful things"
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