Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years when she beat American world number three Coco Gauff 6-4 6-2 in the final on Saturday. It was Paolini's biggest claycourt title and her second 1000-level crown,

Jasmine Paolini produces a scintillating display she blows away Coco Gauff in straight sets to end a 40-year wait for a home winner of the women's singles at the Italian Open.

The Foro Italico (Italian Forum) has lived up to its name this past week as Jannik Sinner and Jasmine Paolini have given home fans a local hero to cheer for in both singles finals at the Italian Open.