Wawrinka, Gasquet Receive Wild Cards for French Open

Stan Wawrinka, a three-time Grand Slam champion and former French Open winner, has been granted a wild-card entry for the 2025 French Open despite his ATP ranking dropping to No. 132 due to recent injuries. The 40-year-old Swiss player is making a comeback to the prestigious Roland Garros tournament, which runs from May 25 to June 8. French veteran Richard Gasquet, aged 38, will also receive a wild card for what is expected to be his farewell performance at his home Grand Slam. Gasquet reached a career-high ranking of No. 7 and made multiple Grand Slam semifinals but never clinched a major title; he retires with 16 tour titles and was part of France's 2017 Davis Cup-winning team. The wild-card selections highlight a mix of experienced veterans returning to the tournament alongside primarily French players and other federation agreements. These invitations underscore the tournament's tradition and recognition of players with significant past achievements, despite recent rankings or form.