After engaging in a close match with Alexei Popyrin, Stan Wawrinka lost to him in the men’s singles finals at Croatia Open 2023. Of course, reaching the finals and not making it to the win can be disheartening for any player, especially for a talented and legendary player like Stan. During his post-match conference, Stan got really emotional as he embraced the lost match at the finals of a huge tournament.

However, he also mentioned that he would probably be playing next year and also thanked everyone who supported him throughout. The teary-eyed interview of Stan caught the attention of all his fans and also Serena Williams’ ex-coach Rennae Stubbs who did not shy away to applaud him further.

Serena Williams’ ex-coach Rennae Stubbs calls Stan Wawrinka a ‘legend’

Making it to the finals takes a lot of work and not being able to emerge victorious can be hurtful for any player including Stan Wawrinka. After not qualifying as the winner, Stan got really emotional in his post-match interview and shed a few tears as well.

Owing to the same, Serena Williams’ ex-coach noticed the teary-eyed tennis player and immediately came forward to console him. In one of her tweets on her official account, she wrote, “What a week! And massive props to @stanwawrinka who keeps letting us all know; he’s not going anywhere! What a legend.”

She not only applauded him for being the legend that he is but also showed appreciation for the fact that he was hopeful of coming back again next year and is not going anywhere so soon.

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Not just that, even Stan’s fans came to console him and appreciate him for the kind of player he is.

Stan Wawrinka’s fans send him love as he gets emotional after his loss at the Croatia Open Finals

After people came across the interview where Stan lost his composure and needed up crying, his fans quickly responded with much love and appreciation for him.

One of the fans said that Wawrinka is one of the players that no one can hate.

Another fan also commented Stan is awesome and he really wanted Stan to win the tournament.

A Twitter user also added that Stan should never apologize for crying.

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