Overview
- Errani and Paolini defeated Asia Muhammad and Demi Schuurs 6-3, 6-3 in Riyadh to start their doubles campaign.
- Sara Errani said Paolini was not feeling her best and prioritized rest, with the Italian having skipped Media Day for a minor ailment.
- Paolini’s singles debut is scheduled for Sunday, November 2 at 15:00 Italian time against world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka.
- The world No. 8 is drawn with Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula in a demanding round‑robin group.
- Paolini is competing in both draws, with Errani/Paolini the top doubles seeds after finishing No. 1 in the Race; no Italian has ever advanced past the singles round‑robin at the Finals.