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Maja Chwalinska makes French Open final after overcoming struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:06 AM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Maja Chwalinska makes French Open final after overcoming struggles
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Maja Chwalinska reached the French Open final on June 6, 2026, becoming the first qualifier to achieve this feat in Paris. The 24-year-old from Poland's remarkable journey includes overcoming a knee injury and previous battles with depression. Chwalinska's run includes victories over several seeds, showcasing her unconventional play style. This historic achievement underscores the competitive depth in women's tennis.

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  • •Chwalinska won nine matches to reach the final.
  • •She defeated three seeded players during her run.
  • •Chwalinska had previously struggled with injuries and mental health issues.
  • •Her previous best was one grand slam main-draw victory at Wimbledon in 2022.
  • •This achievement underlines the competitive nature of women’s tennis.
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  • 7:06 AMYahoo Sports — How Maja Chwalinska overcame depression and injury struggles to create French Open fairytale
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Chwalinska’s dream run from qualifying to the Roland-Garros final is the culmination of years of toil further down the tennis ranks and proof of the strength in depth of the women’s field

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