History of Jasmine Paolini in Timeline

Jasmine Paolini is a highly accomplished Italian professional tennis player, achieving a career-high ranking of world No. 4 in singles, jointly the highest for an Italian woman. Her success extends to doubles, where she is also ranked No. 4 globally. Paolini clinched a Grand Slam title at the 2025 French Open in doubles, partnering with Sara Errani. Representing Italy, she earned an Olympic gold medal in doubles at the 2024 Paris Olympics, also with Errani.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1985: Raffaella Reggi achievement

In 1985, Raffaella Reggi achieved an achievement that Jasmine Paolini later equaled.

1990: Monica Seles achievement

In 1990, Monica Seles achieved an achievement that Jasmine Paolini later equaled.

January 1996: Jasmine Paolini Born

In January 1996, Jasmine Paolini was born. She is an Italian professional tennis player.

2001: Introduction to Tennis

In 2001, at the age of 5, Jasmine Paolini was introduced to tennis by her father and uncle and began training at the Mirafiume Tennis Club in Bagni di Lucca.

2011: Moved to Tirrenia for Training

In 2011, at the age of 15, Jasmine Paolini moved to Tirrenia for tennis training.

2012: First Italian to Reach the Top 100

In 2012, Jasmine Paolini was the first Italian to reach the top 100 since Camila Giorgi.

January 2013: Won Junior Title at J4 Wilson ITF Junior Classic

In January 2013, Jasmine Paolini won her only junior title at the J4 Wilson ITF Junior Classic in Bergheim.

January 2014: Reached Third Round of Australian Open

In January 2014, Jasmine Paolini reached the third round of the Australian Open in singles.

May 2015: Wildcard at Italian Open Doubles Tournament

In May 2015, Jasmine Paolini received a wildcard into the main draw of the doubles tournament at the Italian Open with Nastassja Burnett. They lost in the first round.

2016: Serena Williams Final

In 2016, Serena Williams reached the French Open and Wimbledon finals.

June 2017: Won First 100k Title at Marseille

In June 2017, Jasmine Paolini won her first 100k title at Marseille defeating Taylor Townsend, Sara Cakarevic, Anhelina Kalinina, Dalma Gálfi, and Tatjana Maria.

April 2018: First WTA Tour Win at Copa Colsanitas

In April 2018, Jasmine Paolini recorded her first WTA Tour win at the Copa Colsanitas against Lizette Cabrera.

May 2019: WTA 1000 Singles Debut at Italian Open and Qualified for French Open

In May 2019, Jasmine Paolini made her WTA 1000 singles debut as a wildcard at the Italian Open, but lost in the first round. Later that month, she qualified for her first Grand Slam tournament at the French Open.

November 2019: Reached Career High Ranking of World No. 96

In November 2019, after reaching the final of the Tokyo Open, Jasmine Paolini reached a new career-high ranking of world No. 96.

2019: US Open Champion

In 2019, Bianca Andreescu became US Open champion.

2020: First Major Win at French Open

In 2020, Jasmine Paolini recorded her first major win at the French Open by defeating Aliona Bolsova in the first round. She also recorded her first doubles win at a major, partnering Varvara Gracheva.

2020: Renzo Furlan Coach

Renzo Furlan was Jasmine Paolini's coach from 2020 until April 2025.

February 2021: Reached First WTA 500 Third Round at Gippsland Trophy

In February 2021, Jasmine Paolini reached her first WTA 500 third round at the Gippsland Trophy, defeating Rebecca Marino and Wang Qiang.

2023: Second WTA 125 Title at Firenze Ladies Open

In 2023, Jasmine Paolini won her second WTA 125 title in May, seeded fourth at the Firenze Ladies Open, and reached the final of the Makarska International Championships the following month.

February 2024: Won First WTA 1000 Title in Dubai

In February 2024, Jasmine Paolini won her first WTA 1000 title in Dubai, defeating Anna Kalinskaya in the final. As a result, she moved into the top 15 of the rankings on 26 February 2024.

May 2024: WTA 1000 Doubles Title at Italian Open and French Open Quarterfinal

In May 2024, Jasmine Paolini, partnering with Sara Errani, won her first WTA 1000 doubles title at the Italian Open. She also reached a major quarterfinal at the French Open.

July 2024: Reached Wimbledon Final and Career-High Ranking

In July 2024, Jasmine Paolini reached the final at Wimbledon, ultimately losing to Barbora Krejčíková. Following her run, she reached a new career-high ranking of world No. 5, on 15 July 2024.

October 2024: Doubles Title at China Open and Top 10 Ranking in Both Singles and Doubles

In October 2024, Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani won the doubles title at the China Open. Following the title win, Paolini reached the top 10 in doubles at world No. 9. She reached a new career-high ranking of world No. 4 on 28 October 2024.

2024: Major Runner-Up and Billie Jean King Cup Title

In 2024, Jasmine Paolini was a three-time major runner-up, contesting the singles and doubles finals of the French Open and the singles final of the Wimbledon Championships. She also led Italy to the 2024 Billie Jean King Cup title and received the Heart Award.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal in Doubles at Paris Olympics

In 2024, Jasmine Paolini, representing Italy and partnering with Sara Errani, won an Olympic gold medal in doubles at the Paris Olympics.

2024: Summer Olympics Win

In the 2024 Summer Olympics, Paolini and Errani won the gold medal in doubles, defeating Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider in the final.

Apr 2025: Stuttgart Open Semifinals and Coaching Change

In April 2025, Jasmine Paolini made it through to the semifinals at the Stuttgart Open. Paolini changed tennis coaches at this time, breaking with Renzo Furlan and joining with Marc López