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Wawrinka's Farewell: A Clash of Eras at Aussie Open
22 Jan
Summary
- Stan Wawrinka, 40, is competing in his farewell season.
- Arthur Gea, 21, achieved the tournament's biggest upset.
- This match is a second-round battle at the Australian Open.

The 2026 Australian Open is set for a dramatic second-round showdown, pitting 2014 champion Stan Wawrinka against French sensation Arthur Gea. Wawrinka, 40, is competing in his farewell season and comes into this highly anticipated match on the back of an inspiring four-set victory over Laslo Djere.
Gea, a 21-year-old qualifier, is making his Grand Slam debut and has already stunned the tournament by eliminating 17th seed Jiri Lehecka. As Wawrinka aims for a memorable final chapter in his career, Gea seeks to cement his reputation as a giant-killer in this intriguing clash of generations.




