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Wawrinka gets final 2026 US Open wild card

8/27/2026

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Wawrinka Gets Wildcard

Stan Wawrinka receives a wild card for the 2026 US Open, marking his final appearance.
The slot opened after American Patrick Kypson withdrew with an injury, freeing the last wild card.
Wawrinka posted a farewell message to New York fans on social media before receiving the award.
He thanked New York supporters, calling the city “forever grateful and forever New York.”

Summary

USTA Revamps Mixed

The USTA revamped the mixed doubles draw to a two-day, 16-team format in 2025.
Mixed doubles champions split a $1 million prize, the tournament’s largest payout.
Critics argue the new format favors high-profile singles players over established doubles specialists.
Overall US Open prize money rose 20% to $108 million, with singles winners earning $5.5 million each.
About 15,000 spectators watched the Alcaraz-Williams mixed doubles match in Arthur Ashe Stadium.

History

Historical Context

In 1973 the US Open became the first Grand Slam to grant equal prize money, awarding men and women identical payouts. The United States Tennis Association paid $25,000 to champion John Newcombe and $25,000 to Margaret Court, demonstrating institutional commitment to parity. The USTA grants Stan Wawrinka a 2026 US Open wild card after Patrick Kypson’s injury and creates a 16-team mixed-doubles draw with a $1 million purse. These moves echo the 1973 parity breakthrough, signaling that the US Open will continue leveraging structural tweaks to attract marquee players and boost revenue.

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Wawrinka Gets Wildcard

Stan Wawrinka receives a wild card for the 2026 US Open, marking his final appearance.
The slot opened after American Patrick Kypson withdrew with an injury, freeing the last wild card.
Wawrinka posted a farewell message to New York fans on social media before receiving the award.
He thanked New York supporters, calling the city “forever grateful and forever New York.”

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