'I’m Praying Novak Keeps Playing' — Maja Chwalińska Pays Tribute to Djokovic

First-time Roland-Garros finalist Maja Chwalińska has shared her admiration for some of the biggest names in tennis, revealing the players who inspired her journey to the sport's biggest stages.

Speaking after her breakthrough run in Paris, the Polish star highlighted Serbian legend Novak Djokovic as one of her biggest inspirations.

"I'm just praying that Novak Djokovic keeps on playing," Chwalińska said, expressing her admiration for the 24-time Grand Slam champion and his enduring impact on the sport.

The 23-year-old also acknowledged several other tennis greats who shaped her love for the game, reflecting on the influence of elite champions during her development as a professional player.

Chwalińska's remarkable Roland-Garros campaign has captured the attention of tennis fans worldwide, with the Polish player reaching her first Grand Slam final and establishing herself as one of the tournament's standout performers.

As she prepares for the biggest match of her career, her comments underline the respect and inspiration that tennis legends such as Djokovic continue to command among the next generation of stars.