At 58, she fulfilled her childhood dream and made it to the Olympics: “The table tennis grandma” represents Chile at Paris 2024
Meet Maria, a 58-year-old woman who has always been passionate about table tennis since she was a little girl. Despite facing many challenges and obstacles throughout her life, Maria never gave up on her dream of one day competing at the Olympics.
After years of hard work and dedication, Maria finally qualified to represent Chile at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Her friends and family affectionately call her “the table tennis grandma” due to her age and her incredible journey to reach this point.
Maria’s story is one of perseverance and determination. She serves as an inspiration to many, showing that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams and achieve your goals, no matter how big or small they may seem.