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.

Iga Swiatek and Jasmine Paolini are in their first finals at the Cincinnati Open as they look to clinch their maiden titles at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. Swiatek is bidding for her 11th ATP 1000 title and looks to add another championship under her belt in 2025.

Jasmine Paolini is through to her second WTA 1000 final of the year. After securing the Italian Open title in May, the Italian star will be hoping to secure her second WTA 1000 title of the year when she faces Iga Swiatek in the Cincinnati Open final.