Former Champion Wawrinka and Berrettini Receive Wild Cards for Monte Carlo
March 19, 2026
Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour
Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka will make a final appearance at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters before retiring in 2026. The 40-year-old has been granted a wild card to compete in the ATP Masters 1000 event, scheduled for April 5-12.
Wawrinka, currently ranked No. 99, has six tour-level victories this season and recently returned to the Top 100 for the first time since 2024. He boasts a 22-14 overall record at the Monte-Carlo tournament.
A Historic Return to the Principality
Wawrinka secured his only Masters 1000 title in Monte-Carlo in 2014, defeating compatriot Roger Federer in a three-set final. Winner of the tournament in 2014 following a memorable final against compatriot Roger Federer (4–6, 7–6, 6–2), Stan Wawrinka shares a special bond with the Monaco crowd.
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Berrettini Also Awarded Wild Card
Joining Wawrinka as a wild card recipient is Matteo Berrettini. Last year, Berrettini achieved a notable victory at the tournament by defeating then-No. 2 Alexander Zverev.
The 2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters will also feature world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, along with Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Stan Wawrinka’s current ranking? He is currently ranked No. 99.
- When will the 2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters take place? From April 5 to 12, 2026.
- Who did Wawrinka defeat in the 2014 Monte-Carlo Masters final? He defeated Roger Federer.
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