Stan Wawrinka thanks New York, US Open despite no wild card

Stan Wawrinka has expressed gratitude toward New York and the US Open despite not receiving a wild card entry into the tournament. The veteran Swiss tennis player, a former US Open champion, shared his appreciation for the city and the Grand Slam event in a statement described as 'forever grateful.' Wawrinka's comments come as the US Open draws notable attention with other storylines including Roger Federer, now 45, set to play in an exhibition at the event.