Iga Swiatek tops Jasmine Paolini for Cincinnati title
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Jasmine Paolini just pulled off another one of those matches that makes you wonder if she’s secretly part machine, part tennis wizard. The Italian powerhouse clawed her way past Veronika Kudermetova in a Cincinnati Open semi-final that had more ups and downs than a roller coaster designed by someone with serious commitment issues.
The match began with Gauff taking control, displaying her powerful game and winning the first set convincingly. However, Paolini's fighting spirit emerged as she faced a challenging situation. Early in the third set,
Jasmine Paolini scored her third straight win over Coco Gauff this season in a three-set comeback in the quarterfinals of the Cincinnati Open.
Jasmine Paolini overcame an injury scare and a challenging start to defeat Coco Gauff at the Cincinnati Open, marking her third victory against Gauff this year. Despite Gauff's errors, Paolini's resilient performance secured her a spot in the semifinals,