Maja Chwalinska reaches French Open final after remarkable run
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:03 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Maja Chwalinska is set to compete in the French Open final on Saturday after a stunning semi-final victory over Diana Shnaider. The 24-year-old qualifier, who has previously struggled with depression, has won nine consecutive matches at Roland Garros. Chwalinska, who has etched a tattoo reading 'free' on her hand, reflects on her journey back to tennis and the joy of her current performance. She is one win away from becoming the first qualifier to win a Grand Slam title since Emma Raducanu in 2021.
- •Chwalinska defeats Shnaider in semi-finals, securing a place in the final.
- •She has triumphed over notable opponents, including Maria Sakkari and Zheng Qinwen.
- •Chwalinska aims to become the first qualifier to win at the French Open in the Open era.
- •She has significantly increased her career earnings through this tournament.
- •Chwalinska's tattoo symbolizes her renewed freedom and mental resilience.
- 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — How shock French Open finalist's tiny tattoo gives meaning to big run
- 8:03 PMBBC Sport — How shock French Open finalist's tiny tattoo gives meaning to big run
- 8:03 PMBBC News — French Open 2026: Why Maja Chwalinska's tiny tattoo has provided meaning to her Roland Garros run - BBC
"Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.
"Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.
"Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 8:03 PMHow shock French Open finalist's tiny tattoo gives meaning to big run
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.
- BBC SportJun 4, 2026, 8:03 PMHow shock French Open finalist's tiny tattoo gives meaning to big run
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.
- BBC NewsJun 4, 2026, 8:03 PMFrench Open 2026: Why Maja Chwalinska's tiny tattoo has provided meaning to her Roland Garros run - BBC
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.
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