In the semifinals, Italy’s Jasmine Paolini defeated Russian phenom Mirra Andreeva to set up a thrilling matchup with the top seed.
Only a few hours after World No. 1 Iga Swiatek guaranteed her place in the French Open final for the third time running on Thursday, Italian Jasmine Paolini defeated Russian phenom Mirra Andreeva in the semifinals to set up an exciting matchup with the top seed at Roland Garros.
Paolini of Italy defeated the 17-year-old Russian 6-3, 6-1 to advance to the French Open 2024 final. Paolini, who is 28 years old, is going into her maiden Grand Slam final.
Paolini had difficulty making it past the second round of a significant tournament this season prior to her victory over Andreeva.
Paolini, who joined doubles partner Sara Errani in 2012, is the first Italian player to compete in the Paris event’s summit clash. Paolini’s loss to Andreeva in the previous game in Madrid was sustained.
Two days after Jannik Sinner punched his tickets to the final four of the French Open men’s singles competition, Paolini secured his historic victory over Andreeva.
The Roland Garros tournament saw Novak Djokovic withdraw early, which further solidified Sinner’s top status in the ATP rankings.
After her match, Paolini remarked, “I think I learned a little bit later than other players, to dream is the most important thing in sport and in life.” “I’m glad I have this opportunity to dream.
Paolini can defeat Swiatek in the 2024 French Open final to equal the incredible achievement of her compatriot Francesca Schiavone.
In the Grand Slam competition of 2010, Schiavone raised the renowned trophy.
Paolini has also guaranteed her first-ever spot in the top 10. Andreeva made history earlier by being the 27th youngest Grand Slam semifinalist.
The 17-year-old Russian star upset second seed Aryna Sabalenka in the Grand Slam event’s final eight before facing Paolini in the semifinals.