Stan Wawrinka, the 40-year-old tennis player, recently opened up on expressing what drives him to continue and keep pushing himself at the highest level despite the physical demands of tennis and the short passage of time at the Monte Carlo Masters.
In a interview, a reporter asked Stan Wawrinka a question about his longevity, to which the player gave a very passionate answer.
“Like we said, passion for the sport,” Wawrinka said during the press conference. “You know that as an athlete, when you stop, there is no comeback possible, especially when you get older. I want to enjoy as much as possible.”
Stan Wawrinka, who is a three time Grand Slam Champion, highlighted his love for the sport. The daily hard work, preparations, and hours of practice sessions are what fuel him to keep ongoing at the age of 40.
“I love playing tennis. Playing tennis it’s a game that I enjoy. I’ve had the chance to play all the best tournaments in the world. I want to keep pushing a little bit,” he explained.
For the 40-year-old, chasing records and winning titles is not the only thing that fuels him to continue. It’s all about the process and finding love and joy in every game he plays.
“I enjoy the process. I enjoy the practice. I enjoy playing those big tournaments like here, like today, those big matches, and that’s what keeps me going a little bit,” he added.
Wawrinka’s words come after fellow tennis legend Novak Djokovic commented on the conversations surrounding age in tennis. While the World No. 5 faces similar scrutiny at 36, Wawrinka’s continued presence on tour at 40 is an even greater testament to resilience, dedication, and most importantly, love for the game.
As the tennis world watches Wawrinka continue to battle on court, his passion serves as an inspiration to both fans and fellow athletes, proving that age may slow a player down, but true love for the sport can keep them going.