Overview

• Paolini outlasted Veronika Kudermetova in a three-set semifinal (6-3, 6-7(2), 6-3) to secure her spot in the title match.
• She will face third seed Iga Swiatek, who reached the final by defeating Elena Rybakina in straight sets, in the championship on August 19.
• Entering Cincinnati as world No. 9 and the tournament’s seventh seed, Paolini rebounded from a mid-season slump to recapture her top form.
• The Italian extended her winning streak over Coco Gauff to three matches by rallying past her 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the quarterfinals.
• Her deep singles run coincides with a doubles semifinal appearance alongside Sara Errani, underscoring her endurance through a packed schedule.