Who Is Stan Wawrinka? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on March 28, 1985, Stan Wawrinka is a prominent Swiss professional tennis player known for his powerful groundstrokes and exceptional footwork. With a career spanning over two decades, Wawrinka has made a significant mark on the ATP Tour and is celebrated for winning three Grand Slam titles. As of 2025, he is 39 years old and continues to compete at a high level on the ATP circuit.
Occupation | Tennis Players |
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Date of Birth | March 28, 1985 |
Age | 40 Years |
Birth Place | Lausanne, Switzerland |
Horoscope | Aries |
Country | Switzerland |
Popularity
Stan Wawrinka's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing tall at 6 feet (183 cm), Wawrinka has a commanding presence on the tennis court. His weight fluctuates around 185 lbs (84 kg), which complements his athletic build. Wawrinka's physique is a testament to his rigorous training regimen, focusing on agility and endurance.
As analyzed in a New York Times Magazine article (2014 August 22), Wawrinka's backhand drive motion is unique in several areas: (unlike most conventional 1HBH players that stop with the hitting shoulder facing the opponent) (unlike most conventional 1HBH players that open up the racquet face during the follow-though for a lifting action) (unlike mo
st conventional 1HBH players that let the lifting action to bring the racquet above the head)
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Stan Wawrinka is believed to be in a romantic relationship with a fellow tennis player. While details about his personal life are kept relatively private, he has often been linked to various partners in the past. Wawrinka is a devoted father to his daughter, Alexia, born in 2010, from his previous marriage to Joana Sainz, further showcasing his commitment to family.
He holds dual Swiss–German citizenship. His father Wolfram Wawrinka, a farmer and social worker, is German of Czech ancestry. Wawrinka's paternal great-grandfather originated from Silesia — the border region between Poland and the former Czechoslovakia — and the surname originates with the Polish language.
It is related to Wawrzyniec, the Polish version of Laurence, or Laurentius. Wawrinka's mother, Isabelle, an educator, is Swiss. His mother works as a biodynamic farmer helping disabled people and with her husband, took over the running of her in-law's farm.
The property, known as "Ferme du Château", is near Lausanne, and attached to the castle of Saint-Barthélemy. The farm assists people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, and people with depression or drug and alcohol problems.
Here Wawrinka grew up with his elder brother, Jonathan, and his two younger sisters, Djanaée and Naélla, who are students and tennis players. Wawrinka attended the Rudolf Steiner School in Crissier.
Net Worth and Salary
In 2025, Stan Wawrinka's net worth is estimated to be around $40 million. This impressive figure can be attributed to his successful tennis career, endorsements with major sports brands, and lucrative prize money from tournaments. Wawrinka's average annual salary ranges between $5 million and $7 million, thanks to successful sponsorship deals and brand partnerships.
Career, Business and Investments
Wawrinka has had an illustrious career, highlighted by his victories at the 2014 Australian Open, 2015 French Open, and 2016 US Open. Beyond tennis, he has ventured into various business investments, including sports-related businesses and partnerships with brands that align with his public persona. His insights into fitness and health have opened pathways to potential fitness app launches, reflecting his passion for sports.
Wawrinka is a three-time Grand Slam tournament winner, Olympic champion and Davis Cup champion for his country. He achieved a top-10 ranking by the ATP for the first time on 12 May 2008, and first reached a career peak of world No. 3 on 27 January 2014, at the same time as he became the Swiss No. 1.
Social Network
Stan Wawrinka maintains a robust presence on social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, where he boasts millions of followers. He often shares insights into his training routines, personal milestones, and behind-the-scenes glimpses from the tour, allowing fans a closer look at his life both on and off the court.
In January, Wawrinka was crowned champion of the Chennai Open for the third time running, winning against Slovenian player, Aljaž Bedene in the final, after a win against No. 22 David Goffin. At the Australian Open he reached the semifinals again by beating Kei Nishikori in straight sets.
In his semifinal, Wawrinka lost to Novak Djokovic in five sets, bringing an end to his Australian Open title defence. As a result of failing to defend his title, Wawrinka dropped from No. 4 in the world rankings pre-tournament to No. 9 post-tournament.
On 15 February, he prevailed over Tomáš Berdych in three sets to win the title at the ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament. He next competed at the Open 13 in Marseille, where he reached the quarterfinals, losing to Sergiy Stakhovsky.
He then competed at the Indian Wells Masters, where he lost to Robin Haase in his opening match, after receiving a first-round bye. He next played the Miami Masters in Miami, losing to Adrian Mannarino in straight sets in the third round. As defending champion at the Monte-Carlo Masters, Wawrinka lost to Grigor Dimitrov in the third round.
He later lost in the third round at the Mutua Madrid Open, again to Dimitrov. In the Rome Masters, Wawrinka reached the semifinals before being defeated by Federer in straight sets.
Education
While specific details about Wawrinka's formal education are sparse, it is known that he dedicated a significant portion of his youth to training in tennis. He began playing at a young age, showing immense potential that led him to pursue a career in professional tennis instead of a traditional educational route.
Wawrinka started playing tennis at the age of eight, and played once a week until he was eleven, when he started to practice three times a week. Wawrinka stopped attending regular schooling at age 15 to focus full-time on tennis. However, he continued his schooling by distance education with the French organization CNED, which offered him greater flexibility.