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French Open wildcards named as tennis icon snubbed while world no. 623 included
- The French Open wildcard list includes Stan Wawrinka, marking a swansong as he nears retirement at Roland Garros.
- Gael Monfils also earns a wildcard as he prepares for his French Open farewell season.
- Ksenia Efremova, world No. 623, receives a wildcard to make her Grand Slam debut.
- Venus Williams was not granted a wildcard despite her past success and status in American tennis.
- Williams’ absence comes after previous French Open finals appearances and her long career achievements.
- Efremova’s junior success includes winning the Australian Open junior title and reaching No. 1 in ITF juniors.
- The wildcards aim to balance honoring icons with introducing emerging talents for Roland Garros.
- The French Open is scheduled to start on May 18, with wildcard selections announced ahead of the event.
- Organizers emphasized honoring past champions while recognizing new talent with these selections.
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