‘They Dont Make Them the Same Anymore’- Swiss Legend’s Iconic Celebration Erupts Tennis Fans as They Hail His Fighting Spirit at Cincinnati Open 2023
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In an incredible display of perseverance and skill, Swiss tennis star Stan Wawrinka stormed into the last 16 of the Cincinnati Masters, sending shockwaves through the tennis world. Wawrinka’s surprising triumph over 10th seed American Frances Tiafoe, stunned spectators. Wawrinka is now one of the oldest players to reach the last 16 of an ATP Master 1000 Series.
At 38, Wawrinka’s journey in the 2023 Cincinnati Open is a testament to his enduring passion and indomitable spirit. His historic win not only attracted fans on the court but also sparked a Twitter storm. Fans just couldn’t get enough of his winning streak.
As Stan Wawrinka advances to R3 in Cincinnati, Twitter reacts to his inspiring journey
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The grandstand witnessed quite the nail-biting clash between Frances Tiafoe and the brilliant Stan Wawrinka. With his majestic one-hand backhand and a characteristic aggressive style, Wawrinka claimed the two sets 6-3 to take the sweet victory.
Age is just a number 🤩
Oldest players to reach Masters last 16:
Ivo Karlovic, 40, 2019 IW
Ivo Karlovic, 38, 2017 Cincy@stanwawrinka, 38, 2023 #CincyTennis 💪 pic.twitter.com/PUsnQQeonz— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) August 17, 2023
Twitter exploded with excitement as fans from all over the world joined in celebrating Wawrinka’s extraordinary achievement. The response from the fans is a testament to the deep appreciation and respect the Swiss star has earned over the years.
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“Stanimal” was a term coined by an enthusiastic supporter to encapsulate his resilient playing style.
Stanimal! 🐐
— 🎾nebby🎾 (@1gamesetmatch) August 17, 2023
– Another tweet lauded his victory grunt, “This celebration of Stan ❤️.”
This celebration of Stan 😍❤️💯
— PK (@iPkoppula) August 17, 2023
– Another fan agreed with the original tweet, “That’s true. Age is just a Number. Stan the Man.”
That’s true. Age is just a Number. Stan the Man🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
— DamaGaladrielLothlorien (@DLothlorie46742) August 17, 2023
Another user shared their wish: “Stan the man is still unbelievable. Would like to see him up against Monfils or Carlos, that would be fun to watch-:))❤️.”
Stan the man is still unbelievable. Would like to see him up against Monfills or Carlos that would be fun to watch-:))👍❤️
— Dawn (@Dawn91273141) August 17, 2023
An admirer offered some thoughtful insight, “Success is the sum of pleasure, the consistent will to work for it & the strong belief in success itself. If the body participates, success is no question of age STAN❤️ is the living proof of it. BRAVO.”
Success ist the sum of pleasure, the consistent will to work 4 it & the strong believe in success itselfs. If the body participate, success is no question of age😄👈STAN🎾❤️🙏 is the living proof of it. BRAVO👏👏👏
— Thomas Fux (@thomasfux7) August 17, 2023
Reflecting on the changing landscape of tennis, a fan expressed: “They don’t make them the same anymore… I mean Wawrinka embarrassing Tiafoe (many years younger and ranked what #10) – just sad for Tiafoe… they don’t make me like Wawrinka, Rafa, Federer anymore…. just maybe Alcaraz maybe.”
they don't make them the same anymore… i mean Wawrinka embarassing Tiafoe (many yrs younger and ranked what#10) – just sad for Tiafoe… watching TC and saw Roddick – weak retiring so young… they don't make me like Wawrinka,Rafa,Federer anymore…. just maybe Alcaraz maybe
— Nikolai 💰🥩🥚 🐟🥓💰 (@ronin77desi) August 17, 2023
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Heading into the third round of the 2023 Western & Southern Open, Wawrinka is the oldest player left in the draw. Clearly, he has proven that age does not determine how well a person can perform in a sport. Wawrinka and experienced players like Novak Djokovic and Gael Monfils are part of a talented group of players who are still pushing the limits of what players can achieve in their late 30s.
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In a sporting world where the youth tend to entertain, Stan Wawrinka’s achievements resonate as proof that experience, skill, and passion can endure. As he heads into the last 16, he decisively demonstrates the idea that success, even in a career as physically demanding as sport, has no bar.
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Edited by:
Mitali Dey