Paolini ends 40-year wait for home women's singles champion at Italian Open
BBC NewsSaturday, May 17, 2025 at 7:23:02 PM

** In a thrilling victory, Italy's Jasmine Paolini crushed American star Coco Gauff to become the first homegrown women's singles champion at the Italian Open in *40 years*. The win is a massive moment for Italian tennis and a career-defining achievement for Paolini.
What This Means: ** This isn’t just another tournament win—it’s a historic moment for Italian sports. For decades, local fans have waited for one of their own to dominate on home soil, and Paolini’s triumph signals a potential shift in the women’s game. It also sets up an exciting narrative for the upcoming French Open, where she’ll carry this momentum. For Italy, it’s pure celebration.
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