Jasmine Paolini: Italy's Rising Tennis Star

From Outside the Top 100 to Grand Slam Semifinals

A Meteoric Rise in Italian Tennis

Jasmine Paolini's journey to the top of the tennis world has been nothing short of remarkable. Born on January 4, 1996, the Italian player had a relatively low profile in the tennis circuit until recently.

However, in the past year, Paolini has made headlines with her impressive performances. A day after her compatriot Jannik Sinner became the world No. 1 Italian tennis player, Paolini achieved her own historic milestone.

At the 2023 US Open, Paolini upset the No. 4 seed, Elena Rybakina, in straight sets to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal. This victory propelled her into the world's Top 50, marking a meteoric rise that has captivated Italian tennis fans.