**Stefan Dostanic Aims for US Open Wild Card Glory**
**ORLANDO, Fla.** – The excitement is palpable as Wake Forest tennis standout **Stefan Dostanic** gears up for the **inaugural American Collegiate Wild Card Playoffs**. Set to take place at the prestigious **USTA National Campus from June 16-18**, this thrilling event offers a golden opportunity to capture an automatic spot in the **2025 US Open** main draw.
### A Unique Opportunity for Collegiate Athletes
Announced earlier this month, the American Collegiate Wild Card Playoffs will more than DOUBLE the average number of American collegiate players earning wild cards for the US Open this year. With **six guaranteed wild cards** on the line, the stakes are undeniably high.
– **Winners of the singles and doubles competitions will secure their places in the US Open main draw**, while the men’s and women’s singles finalists can expect coveted **qualifying wild cards**.
### Event Schedule: Don’t Miss the Action!
Mark your calendars for an exhilarating week of tennis. The singles semifinals are set for **Monday**, followed by the doubles semifinals on **Tuesday**, with finals unfolding on **Wednesday**. All matches will kick off at **5 p.m.** to encourage in-person attendance, and fans can also tune in via the [USTA National Campus website](https://www.ustanationalcampus.com/en/home/watch.html) for live streaming.
#### Men’s Singles Draw
– **Semifinals (Monday, June 16)**
– 5 p.m. – (2) **Michael Zheng** (Columbia) vs. **Aidan Kim** (Ohio State)
– Following – (1) **Stefan Dostanic** (Wake Forest) vs. **Ozan Baris** (Michigan State)
– **Final (Wednesday, June 18)**
### The Road to Tennis Stardom
Dostanic, a prominent force at Wake Forest, recently capped off a **stellar collegiate career** with a **national championship**. As Wake Forest’s No. 1 player, he made significant contributions to the team’s sensational season.
In a thrilling championship match against TCU, he showcased his exceptional skills by defeating **No. 8 Jack Pinnington** with a decisive score of **6-3, 6-1**, marking his second top-10 victory in just three days. Finishing the season ranked **No. 7** nationally in the final **ITA poll**, Dostanic boasted an impressive **12-3** record, with 11 wins against ranked opponents.
His flawless performance throughout the tournament earned him the **MVP title**, further solidifying his reputation. Notably, this match marked his second victory over Pinnington in a national title face-off, having previously triumphed at the **ITA National Indoors** in February. His accolades are impressive, including:
– **All-ACC Second Team** in singles
– Singles and doubles **All-American**
– **ITA Carolina Regional Senior Player of the Year**
### Support Your Team
Eager to track Dostanic and the Wake Forest tennis team on their journey? Stay connected through their official channels:
– [GoDeacs.com](https://godeacs.com/)
– [Twitter](https://twitter.com/WakeMTennis)
– [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/wfmenstennis/?hl=en)
– [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/wake.menstennis)
This thrilling playoff is a must-watch for tennis enthusiasts. Let’s rally behind **Stefan Dostanic** as he aims to clinch victory in the American Collegiate Wild Card Playoffs and set his sights on the **US Open**!
