The most incredible stats from Stan Wawrinka's career

Stan Wawrinka has put the final point on an absolutely unforgettable career. The Swiss player became an example of perseverance and resilience, always pushing the limits of his capabilities and finding them at a crucial moment when many other names begin to fade. That was not the case for the player from Lausanne, who made his backhand one of the most acclaimed and beloved shots on the circuit and became a mental giant after years of inconsistency and doubt.

Those doubts are now behind him, and Wawrinka came to stay. Unforgettable victories against Djokovic, Federer, and Nadal, a rise to #3 in the world that put all the spotlight on him, an almost innate ability to showcase his best version in iconic places and matches, and a grace and beauty that combined with the wildest power and raw strength. It's hard to define Wawrinka without falling into constant praise for someone who "wasn't supposed" to be a force on par with the Big Three... but who shattered stereotypes and labels (including those accusing him of having a body and physique unfit for tennis at the highest level) to earn his share of the pie.

These are the most incredible stats from Wawrinka's career

Such a successful path, with so many winning moments at major events, leaves statistics for history. Stats that cement Stan's place in the tennis Olympus, among the most select rackets. There is none that better defines his ability to perform on the biggest stages than his record against world number ones in Grand Slams: Stan accumulated 5 victories out of only 4 losses, making him the second player in history with the most wins against world number ones in Grand Slams (tied with Boris Becker and only behind Rafael Nadal, who recorded 10 victories).

Precisely that ability to shine against the best also makes him a pioneer of another incredible statistic. He is the only man, alongside Mats Wilander, to win two Grand Slams while defeating the number one and two in the world, respectively: he achieved this at the 2014 Australian Open (quarterfinals against Djokovic, final against Nadal) and at the 2015 French Open (quarterfinals against Federer, final against Djokovic). 

📊 Stan Wawrinka 🇨🇭 is part of the list of 8 players who have won their 3 first finals in Grand Slams (Open Era): 🇺🇸 Jimmy Connors 🇸🇪 Bjorn Borg 🇸🇪 Stefan Edberg 🇧🇷 Gustavo Kuerten 🇨🇭 Roger Federer (7) 🇨🇭 Stan Wawrinka ⬅️ 🇪🇸 Carlos Alcaraz (5) 🇮🇹 Jannik Sinner 🤯 A feat even more remarkable considering he has consistently faced the World No. 1.

— Jeu, Set et Maths (@JeuSetMaths) October 27, 2026

If we continue to narrow the focus, we find that the Swiss remains part of very exclusive lists. Despite winning multiple Grand Slams, he never reached world number one: his status as an outsider did not detract from his favorability or threat in these contests, being one of four names in the history of this sport to win multiple Majors without ever reaching the top (the others are Johan Kriek, Sergi Bruguera... and Guillermo Vilas, though we all know that the Argentine did reach it, even if he is not recognized). His list of achievements without being number one does not stop here: he is the player with the most victories in Grand Slams in history without having occupied the top spot, with 160, surpassing Berdych and Ferrer by 15 and 16, respectively.

Another great achievement for the Swiss is undoubtedly his longevity. Ending your career at 41 years old is a sign of meticulous body care, remarkable physical condition, and unparalleled mentality. This has led him to be the second oldest player to defeat an ATP top-10, only behind Feliciano López: at 39 years and 200 days, he defeated Andrey Rublev, ranked #7 in the world, in Stockholm 2024.

Finally, his ability to face the best is defined by a statistic that places him in an absolutely privileged position. The Swiss won the first three Grand Slam finals he contested: only another seven names have achieved this, and all have a clear argument for entering the historical top-15 of this sport: Jimmy Connors, Bjorn Borg, Stefan Edberg, Gustavo Kuerten, Roger Federer, Carlos Alcaraz, and Jannik Sinner.

In summary, an iconic career that also leaves iconic records. From the ambition found alongside Magnus Norman to the perseverance and infinite love for tennis after a hell of knee surgeries, Wawrinka will be remembered as much for his incredible peaks and performances at major events as for the impact and legacy of his greatest achievements. Eternal Stan The Man.

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