Stan Wawrinka's coach has emotional reaction as Swiss vet prepares for farewell season

Swiss tennis legend Stan Wawrinka has started preparing for his final year in tennis. The Swiss has announced that he will call it quits, putting an end to a remarkable 24-year professional career, which included three Grand Slams and several other accomplishments.

His coach, Magnus Norman, offered a first glimpse into the training session of the veteran. As Wawrinka was heading out of the court following an intense training session, Norman captured that image and re-shared it on social media.

"3 time Grand Slam champ in the big 4 era. Davis Cup champ. Olympic champ. One final push together. One final year. Can’t wait to get started!" Norman tweeted.

Affectionately known as "Stanimal," the 40-year-old made a name for himself in the lore of the Big Three of Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. He won the 2014 Australian Open, 2015 French Open and 2016 US Open on top of 16 ATP singles titles, and a career-high ranking of No. 3 in the world. He also won the Olympic doubles gold alongside Roger Federer and helped Switzerland secure its first Davis Cup title in 2014.

Stan Wawrinka made heartfelt retirement announcement

The Swiss veteran has slowed down in recent years because of injuries and surgeries. He has fallen outside of the top 150, but he remains committed to putting forth his best in 2026.

Wawrinka made "One last push" post while announcing that 2026 will be his final season in ATP Tour.

"One last push," Wawrinka wrote on Friday. "Every book needs an ending. It's time to write the final chapter of my career as a professional tennis player. 2026 will be my last year on tour."

He explained his career in the following words:

• P perseverance
• A ambition
• S sacrifice
• S success
• I injuries
• O obsession
• N never give up

• D discipline
• R resilience
• E evolution
• A ambition
• M memories

"This is what this journey as been about," Wawrinka added. "I still want to push my limits and finish this journey on the best note possible 🙌🏻. I still have dreams in this sport ✨. I’ve enjoyed every part of what tennis has given me, especially the emotions I feel playing in front of you 🫶🏻. I’m looking forward to seeing you one more time, all around the world 🙏🏻"

Wawrinka is scheduled to compete in Perth at the United Cup from January 2.

Edited by Krutik Jain