Stan Wawrinka's Wild Card Return to the French Open

Former champion Stan Wawrinka has been granted a wild card entry for the French Open, allowing him to compete despite dropping to 132 in ATP rankings due to injuries. The 40-year-old Swiss player, who won the tournament in 2015, will participate from May 25 to June 8.

Stan Wawrinka, a former champion, has secured a wild card entry for this year's French Open. This decision by the organizers places him directly into the main draw of the Grand Slam event at Roland Garros, they announced on Tuesday.

The 40-year-old Swiss athlete, who has clinched three major championship titles in the past, faces a challenging comeback after grappling with numerous injuries. As a result, his ATP ranking has fallen to 132.

Wawrinka, notably triumphant in Paris in 2015, is set to compete in the French Open scheduled from May 25 to June 8.

(With inputs from agencies.)