Paolini enjoys first home Italian Open win for 40 years

Jasmine Paolini made history by becoming the first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years, defeating Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-2, amidst enthusiastic support from the home crowd at Foro Italico. With world No.1 Jannik Sinner set to compete against Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s final, Italy has the chance for a historic sweep of the Rome singles titles. Paolini, who will rise to No. 4 in the rankings, also reached the women’s doubles final with partner Sara Errani, while Gauff struggled with 55 unforced errors.

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