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Contrasting paths, same destination - who will win French Open final?

Contrasting paths, same destination - who will win French Open final?

Summary

Mirra Andreeva and Maja Chwalinska will play in the French Open final, showing very different career paths. Andreeva is a highly ranked young star with early successes, while Chwalinska is a lower-ranked qualifier who has surprised many by reaching the final through hard work.

Key Facts

  • Mirra Andreeva is ranked 8th in the world and was a teenage tennis sensation since 2023.
  • Andreeva is 19 years old and aiming to become the youngest French Open champion since 1992.
  • Maja Chwalinska, 24, is ranked 114th and has never directly entered a Grand Slam main draw before.
  • Chwalinska started the tournament as a 500-1 outsider but reached the final through qualifying rounds.
  • Andreeva has been coached by former Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez since 2024.
  • Andreeva has won two major WTA 1000 titles and reached the world top five in 2025.
  • Chwalinska has beaten notable players like Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen and former French Open semi-finalist Maria Sakkari.
  • Chwalinska’s run threatens Emma Raducanu’s record as the only qualifier to win a Grand Slam (2021 US Open).
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