She couldn’t pay her hotel bill: Meet Maja Chwalińska, the qualifier who battled depression and financial struggles to reach the French Open final

Maja Chwalińska story: Polish qualifier Maja Chwalińska has achieved a historic feat at the 2026 French Open, reaching the women's singles final despite starting outside the top 100. Her remarkable journey, marked by financial struggles and a past battle with depression, culminates in a Grand Slam final appearance, a first for a Roland-Garros qualifier.