The Farewell That Wasn't: Wawrinka's Last Dance at Roland Garros Stan Wawrinka's first round exit from Roland Garros was as much about emotional resonance as it was about his on court struggles.
At 41, the Swiss player's decision to hang up his racquet after this season has been a long time coming, and his inability to conjure up one final flourish will likely be seen as a fitting conclusion to a career marked by its share of ups and downs.
Wawrinka's last appearance at Roland Garros was a far cry from the triumphant victory he celebrated here seven years ago.