The 41-year-old said last month he hoped to play the tournament for a final time before retiring at the end of the season.

The 2016 champion is playing his final season on tour at 41, but will not get a New York goodbye in the main draw, at least.

Aug 25 : Former U.S. Open champion Stan Wawrinka bid an emotional farewell to Flushing Meadows after being denied a wildcard into the main draw, ending hopes of a final appearance…