History of Jasmine Paolini in Timeline

Jasmine Paolini is a highly accomplished Italian professional tennis player. Ranked as high as world No. 4 in singles, she's a major champion in doubles, winning the 2025 French Open with Sara Errani. The duo also secured an Olympic gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Paolini boasts three WTA Tour-level singles titles and ten in doubles, including two singles and five doubles WTA 1000 titles. She reached three major finals in 2024: the French Open singles and doubles, and Wimbledon singles. Paolini played a pivotal role in Italy's Billie Jean King Cup victories in 2024 and 2025, earning the Heart Award in 2024.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1985: Second Italian in Open Era, Raffaella Reggi

In May, Jasmine Paolini became the second Italian woman in the Open Era, after Raffaella Reggi in 1985, to win her home WTA 1000

1990: First woman to win both singles and doubles since Monica Seles

In May, Jasmine Paolini became the first woman to win both the singles and doubles titles since Monica Seles in 1990

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 during her youth.

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 top 100 since 2012

In November 2019, Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian to reach the top 100 since Camila Giorgi in 2012.

January 2013: Won Junior Title at the 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 the Australian Open

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

May 2015: Wildcard at Italian Open

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

2016: First Woman Since Serena Williams to Reach French Open and Wimbledon Finals in Same Season

In July 2024, Jasmine Paolini became the first woman since Serena Williams in 2016 to reach both the French Open and Wimbledon finals in the same season.

June 2017: First 100k Title at Marseille

In June 2017, Jasmine Paolini won her first 100k title at Marseille, defeating several players including top seed 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 and French Open Qualification

In May 2019, Jasmine Paolini debuted at the WTA 1000 singles as a wildcard entrant at the Italian Open. Later in May 2019, she qualified for her first Grand Slam tournament at the French Open.

November 2019: Career High Ranking of World No. 96

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

2019: Reached Major Quarterfinal

Seeded 12th at the French Open, Paolini reached a major quarterfinal for the first time in 2024 with wins over Daria Saville, Hailey Baptiste, Bianca Andreescu and Elina Avanesyan. Bianca Andreescu had won the US Open in 2019.

2020: First WTA 1000 Level Win and First Major Win

In 2020, Jasmine Paolini recorded her first WTA 1000 level win at the Italian Open and her first major win at the French Open, also recording her first doubles win at a major.

2020: Began working with Renzo Furlan

Jasmine Paolini's professional relationship with Renzo Furlan began in 2020 and lasted until April 2025.

February 2021: WTA 500 Third Round at Gippsland Trophy

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

2023: Slow Start and WTA 125 Title

In 2023, Jasmine Paolini experienced a slow start with several first-round exits. However, she secured her second WTA 125 title in May at the Firenze Ladies Open.

February 2024: First WTA 1000 Title and Top 15 Ranking

In February 2024, Jasmine Paolini won her first WTA 1000 title in Dubai and moved into the top 15 of the rankings.

May 2024: First WTA 1000 Doubles Title and Top 25 Ranking

In May 2024, Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani won their first WTA 1000 doubles title at the Italian Open, and she reached the top 25 in doubles.

July 2024: Wimbledon Final and Top 5 Ranking

In July 2024, Jasmine Paolini reached the final at Wimbledon and achieved a new career-high ranking of world No. 5.

October 2024: China Open Doubles Title and Career High Ranking

In October 2024, Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani won the doubles title at the China Open, making Paolini the first Italian doubles champion at the tournament. She reached the top 10 in doubles and achieved a new career-high singles ranking of world No. 4, tying the record for the highest-ranked Italian singles female player.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal and Billie Jean King Cup

In 2024, Jasmine Paolini achieved significant milestones including winning an Olympic gold medal in doubles at the Paris Olympics with Sara Errani, leading Italy to the Billie Jean King Cup title, and earning the Heart Award for her performance in the competition.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal in Doubles

In 2024, Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani won the gold medal in doubles at the Summer Olympics.

2024: 2024 French Open Quarterfinal Win

In 2024, Jasmine Paolini defeated Elena Rybakina in three sets at the French Open quarterfinal, marking one of the biggest wins of her career and advancing to her first major semifinal.

2024: 2024 Wimbledon Semifinal Win

In 2024, Jasmine Paolini defeated Ons Jabeur at the Wimbledon semifinals, advancing to her first major final.

Apr 2025: Changed Tennis Coaches, Joined Marc López

In April 2025, Jasmine Paolini changed tennis coaches, breaking with longtime coach Renzo Furlan (2020 - Apr 2025) and joining with Marc López

2025: Doubles Champion at the French Open

In 2025, Jasmine Paolini, partnering with Sara Errani, became a major champion in doubles at the French Open.

2025: Defeated Caroline Garcia at 2025 Qatar Ladies Open

Jasmine Paolini defeated Caroline Garcia at the 2025 Qatar Ladies Open second round, winning 6 - 3, 6 - 4, extending her strong record in this rivalry.