Jasmine Paolini is making waves at the Miami Open, delivering one of her best performances of the season to defeat Magda Linette 6-3, 6-2 and secure a spot in her first-ever Miami Open semifinal. The Italian has rediscovered her top form in Miami, playing with confidence and aggression as she continues her strong 2025 campaign.
Paolini controlled the match from the baseline, using her variety and footwork to outmaneuver Linette. From the start, she dictated play, breaking her opponent early and maintaining her lead throughout the first set. Linette, known for her consistency and resilience, struggled to find solutions against Paolini’s precise shot-making and well-timed aggression. The second set followed a similar pattern, with Paolini raising her level further to close out the match in straight sets.
With this victory, Paolini notched her 11th win of the season, proving that she is in excellent form heading into the crucial stages of the tournament. Having already impressed with her deep run in Miami, she now awaits a tough challenge in the semifinals, where she will face either world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka or the rising Chinese star Qinwen Zheng. Both potential opponents present unique challenges—Sabalenka with her raw power and Zheng with her dynamic all-court game—but Paolini has shown she can compete with the best on the biggest stages.
After the match, Paolini was all smiles during her on-court interview. When asked how American fans should cheer for her, she enthusiastically responded with a laugh, “FORZA JASMINE!”—embracing the support of fans worldwide. Her infectious energy and fighting spirit have made her a fan favorite, and as the first Italian woman to reach the Miami Open semifinals, she continues to inspire.
With her confidence soaring, Paolini is now just one win away from a spot in the Miami Open final. Can she continue her dream run and claim the biggest title of her career? Tennis fans are eager to find out.