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.

From the outset, Gauff appeared to be in control, taking the first set 6-2 with a combination of powerful serves and agile court coverage. However, Paolini's determination shone through as she rallied back in the second set,

Jasmine Paolini wished fellow compatriot Jannik Sinner a smooth recovery following his retirement from the Cincinnati Open final due to

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,