Au revoir! Stan Wawrinka reveals star-studded line-up for farewell tournament

"Roger said yes, as did Gael - who agreed immediately - and Andy, who confirmed he'll be there," the Swiss was quoted as saying by L'Equipe during the Lyon Open.

"It's a way to do something a bit more light-hearted, because I know that in Basel - while it will be a beautiful occasion - it's also going to be quite heavy. It's an emotional experience."

The three-time Grand Slam champion added: "Of course, it's still an exhibition, so it's easier to manage.

"Once I decided to do it, the goal was to make my 'goodbyes' a bit easier to celebrate, and also to have the chance to bring along my friends."

Wawrinka was beaten by Flavio Cobolli in the second round in Lyon.

The 41-year-old will play his final competitive tournament at the Swiss Indoors in Basel next week.

Meanwhile, the event promises to be an emotional one for Monfils as well. Just days after announcing his unexpected retirement earlier this month, Monfils' wife Elina Svitolina announced she had decided to separate from the Frenchman.

L'Equipe reported that Monfils' decision to retire early came in the aftermath of Svitolina choosing to end their marriage.

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