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Former Champions Seek Farewell Wild Cards at Australian Open

1/6/2026

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Stan Wawrinka, a Swiss tennis player, has not yet received a wild card for the upcoming Australian Open, which could mark his final appearance as he plans to retire after the 2026 season.
Jon Wertheim, a tennis journalist, has proposed a rule change to guarantee wild cards for former champions, arguing it would honor their achievements.
Gael Monfils, a French tennis player, and Sorana Cirstea, a Romanian tennis player, are also set to compete in their last Australian Open, each seeking a fitting farewell.

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Stan Wawrinka, a Swiss tennis player, has not yet received a wild card for the upcoming Australian Open, which could mark his final appearance as he plans to retire after the 2026 season.
Jon Wertheim, a tennis journalist, has proposed a rule change to guarantee wild cards for former champions, arguing it would honor their achievements.
Gael Monfils, a French tennis player, and Sorana Cirstea, a Romanian tennis player, are also set to compete in their last Australian Open, each seeking a fitting farewell.