Italian Open, Ruud and Sinner
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The world No. 1 was rusty on his first match back after three months away. His Italian Open draw means he cannot afford to be so for long.
Paolini saved three set points before gaining control in a 7-5, 6-1 win over American opponent Peyton Stearns on Thursday to become the first Italian woman to reach the final in Rome since her doubles partner, Sara Errani, lost the 2014 championship match to Serena Williams.
Netherlands’ Jesper De Jong casts his shadow on the court as he returns the ball to Italy’s Jannik Sinner during their tennis match at the Italian Open at the Foro Italico, in Rome, Monday, May 12, 2025.