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Jasmine Paolini Aims to End Italy's 38-Year Tennis Drought

5/10/2025

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Jasmine Paolini, a rising star in tennis, is on a mission to end Italy's championship drought at the Rome tournament, a title last claimed by an Italian in 1985. With a recent victory over Ons Jabeur and a solid 17-8 season record, Paolini is brimming with confidence as she heads toward Roland Garros.

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Jasmine Paolini, a rising star in tennis, is on a mission to end Italy's championship drought at the Rome tournament, a title last claimed by an Italian in 1985. With a recent victory over Ons Jabeur and a solid 17-8 season record, Paolini is brimming with confidence as she heads toward Roland Garros.