Paolini: "I entered nervous, I couldn't concentrate 100% on my game"

Raquel Bermúdez Rodríguez | 16 Sep 2025 | 22.19

Paolini: "I entered nervously, I couldn't concentrate 100% on my game." Photo: Getty.

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Italy had to endure against the home team to advance in their tie with a 2-0 victory, although with two incredibly tight wins in this Billie Jean King Cup held in Shenzhen. One of the protagonists of this encounter was Jasmine Paolini, who was responsible for securing that second point.

The world number eight showcased her excellent tennis in the recent Cincinnati tournament, although it's true that inconsistency has prevailed in her circuit performances in recent months. Jasmine spoke at a press conference to analyze her most recent victory alongside her captain Tathiana Garbin.

"It has been a very tough day, two very complicated matches. We nearly lost both, but somehow, we turned them around. We fought for every point, until the very last one. We stood strong, defending our bench, our country. It was tough, but we made it. I believe we are very, very happy and proud of ourselves," said Paolini.

"Honestly, when I was up 6-4, 5-3, I thought about Elisabetta's match. I tried to hold on. In tennis, one knows what can happen. This time, things went well for us in both matches. We persisted until the last point. Perhaps there was also a bit of luck involved. It's a pleasure to play in front of so many people. They were rooting for China, but they were very respectful towards us. It was great to have this atmosphere in this kind of competition."

The demand on herself

"I kept telling myself that I had to stay there, think more positively about what I needed to do. I stepped onto the court a bit nervous. I couldn't fully concentrate on my game. That's why I think my level fluctuated a bit. I was telling myself those kinds of things. I hope that for the next round, I'll be more positive, more relaxed, and enjoy the game more, because I believe we need to raise our level a bit in the semifinal."

Words from the Italian captain

"It's another experience. When you're down in the score and almost lose, you find the energy to keep fighting and get to the end. It's the best and most important thing a captain can ask of my players. I'm always proud of my player, but today a little more so."