Switzerland's Stan Wawrinka has been granted a last-minute wildcard to compete in US Open singles next week, organizers announced Wednesday, following controversy over the 2016 champion's omission.

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…