French Open awards wildcards to Wawrinka and Monfils

The French Open has announced its 2026 wildcard entries, handing main-draw spots to veterans Stan Wawrinka and Gael Monfils. Venus Williams was not selected for the singles draw but may appear in a commentary role. Several other players received updates on their preparations ahead of qualifying, which begins May 18.

The tournament confirmed the wildcards on May 11. Wawrinka, the 2015 champion ranked No. 125, and Monfils, a former world No. 6 ranked No. 222, will both compete in Paris during what are expected to be their final seasons on tour. David Goffin, another veteran ending his career, was instead placed in the qualifying draw.

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Venus Williams, Sloane Stephens, and young stars Moise Kouame and Darwin Blanch celebrate wild card awards for the 2026 Miami Open tennis tournament.
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Wild cards announced for 2026 Miami Open

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Organizers of the 2026 Miami Open have awarded wild cards to several players for the men's and women's singles draws. Notable recipients include seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams and former US Open winner Sloane Stephens on the women's side, alongside rising talents like Moise Kouame and Darwin Blanch for the men. The tournament begins on March 17 in Miami Gardens.

The BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells announced its 2026 wild cards, omitting three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka in his final professional season, while awarding one to fellow veteran Gaël Monfils. This decision has ignited widespread disappointment and debate among fans on social media. The tournament's qualifying draw begins March 1, with the main draw starting March 4.

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The Roland Garros entry list, published on April 15, excluded several notable players including Stan Wawrinka, Paula Badosa, and Grigor Dimitrov from automatic main draw access. These athletes now depend on wildcards for the French Open. Wawrinka, the 2015 champion, sits four ranking spots short at No. 107.

The 2026 BNP Paribas Open advances to its main draw on Friday, March 6, with top seeds like Aryna Sabalenka and Victoria Mboko taking the court for the first time. Sabalenka returns after the Australian Open final, while Mboko makes her debut as a Top 10 player. Coco Gauff also begins her campaign amid a packed schedule of WTA and ATP matches.

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Stan Wawrinka, the three-time Grand Slam champion set to retire at the end of 2026, has selected his 2015 French Open victory as his favorite among his major titles. In an interview ahead of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, the Swiss player reflected on beating Novak Djokovic in the Roland Garros final and compared the Big Four to rising stars Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Wawrinka praised the high level of play from the younger duo, who have dominated recent Grand Slams.

The 2026 WTA Miami Open entry list features all of the top 32 players from the latest WTA Rankings. The tournament, set for March 17 to 29 at Hard Rock Stadium, will include 96 players in the women's singles main draw. Aryna Sabalenka, the defending champion, headlines the field alongside Iga Swiatek and other former winners.

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Following her February eligibility reinstatement, Novak Djokovic voiced confidence in Serena Williams' return to professional tennis during an Indian Wells Masters press conference. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion's potential comeback has generated excitement among players, with Djokovic speculating on doubles with sister Venus.

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