Wawrinka reveals what he will miss the most about tennis

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Last Roland Garros for Stan Wawrinka, news that we must digest in the best way in the coming days. These were the words of the Swiss after learning that Arthur Fils will be his first-round opponent.

Very solemn press conference by Stan Wawrinka at Roland Garros 2026 on this Friday of Media Day. Understandable, considering that the 2015 champion bids farewell to one of the places that saw him achieve great glory. His last dance in Paris will be against Arthur Fils, but many other topics were discussed during the conference.

For example, about the future of Stan Wawrinka once he hangs up his racket at the end of the season. Or about the one-handed backhand, that stroke that captivated us so much but seems to have a less prominent role in the future. The Lausanne native recalled his most iconic moments, his most special corner, and even revealed some secrets from his career. Do you know why he touches his temple after every important point? Could you guess what he will miss the most about this world? Here are the most curious answers from the great Stan ‘The Man’ on the eve of his farewell at Roland Garros.

Last Time at Roland Garros

“I feel good, I'm happy to be back here, happy to have the opportunity to play one last time at the French Open. Of course, I know the end won't be easy, but for now, I am content. I arrived today, trained today, and I'm preparing for the first match. It's always special to return here, to Roland Garros, so I'm happy to be in this place.”

Will We See Another Grand Slam Champion with a One-Handed Backhand?

“Right now, it's hard to see it with Carlos and Jannik dominating the circuit, but I have confidence that the one-handed backhand will always be present. I hope so, hopefully, in the future, there will be a Grand Slam champion with that stroke.”

Arthur Fils in the First Round

“I've given the same answer for 25 years: you don't choose the draw. I never wish for anything specific or wait for anything certain, I just wait for the draw. When I saw his name, of course, I thought it would be a great match. He is one of the players, one of those who is in the best form these last months, so it will be a very challenging task for me. I'm excited to play against him here at Roland Garros, on a great court, it will surely be special. I'm someone who always fights to the end, who always tries to find solutions, so I hope to play a great match from the first round.”

Stan Wawrinka Reveals What He Will Miss Most About Tennis

“Probably, the emotions felt when playing a match, especially in a tournament as big as Roland Garros. When there are so many people and a large audience like here, it generates a lot of stress, but it's good stress, although it's also hard to handle. That's probably what I will miss the most because I know those emotions won't be found anywhere else.”

Wawrinka Explains the Origin of the Gesture of Pointing to His Temple

“I think the first time I did it was in Australia in 2014, it came out naturally. It was more of a celebratory gesture to show that I had overcome my emotions, my own mind; that I had managed to defeat the best and win big matches against opponents I couldn't beat before due to my head or my emotions. That's what it meant back then.”

His Best Memories of Paris

“The main image will be climbing the stairs and entering the court in 2015. It was probably the most important moment I experienced at Roland Garros. As for my favorite place... Roland Garros has changed a lot over the years, there used to be a small players' restaurant at the top that I really liked.”

And After Tennis, What?

“I am very happy with what I have done during this long career, but I also look forward to putting down the racket and enjoying other things, although I still have a few months left on the circuit. As long as I feel good and believe that I can still do good things despite my age and physical condition, I will continue. When you are at the end of your career, it's better to leave what comes next for later.”

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