Stanislas "Stan" Wawrinka is a Swiss professional tennis player known for his powerful backhand and impressive performances on the ATP Tour. Born on March 28, 1985, in Lausanne, Switzerland, Wawrinka turned professional in 2002. Over his career, he has amassed numerous achievements, including winning three Grand Slam singles titles: the Australian Open in 2014, the French Open in 2015, and the US Open in 2016. These achievements have firmly established him as one of the top players of his generation. Wawrinka has also achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 3 in January 2014.
Throughout his career, Wawrinka has been coached by a few notable figures, including former World No. 2 Magnus Norman, who is often credited with helping him reach new heights in his career. Wawrinka is known for his gritty performance style and his ability to upset higher-ranked opponents, making him a formidable competitor on the court.
In his personal life, Wawrinka was previously married to Ilham Vuilloud, a Swiss television presenter and former model, with whom he has a daughter named Alexia, born in 2010. The couple separated in 2015. Wawrinka has been known to keep his personal life relatively private, though he was reported to have been in a relationship with Croatian tennis player Donna Vekić in the past.
Outside tennis, Wawrinka is recognized for his interests in fashion and philanthropy. He often engages with fans and advocates for various charitable causes. His perseverance and late-career success have made him a beloved figure in Switzerland and a respected player worldwide.
