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Federer Returns to Dubai; Wawrinka Makes Historic Win
2/25/2026
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Story summary
- Roger Federer (former world No. 1) returned to Dubai for the 2026 Duty Free Tennis Championships.
- Federer has eight Dubai titles.
- Federer achieved his 100th tour-level crown in 2019.
- Stan Wawrinka (Swiss), at age 40, won his first Dubai match, becoming the oldest player to do so.
- Wawrinka aims for success in his final season, facing tough competition in the tournament.
