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 finally had her moment in front of her home fans to clinch the Italian Open title, defeating American star Coco Gauff in straight sets, 6-4, 6-2.

Andy Roddick was full of praise for Jasmine Paolini's performance in the Rome Open final as the 2003 US Open champion thought the Italian had great tactics and an outstanding execution. On Saturday, the 29-year-old became the first Italian female tennis player since 1985 to win Rome after ousting Coco Gauff in the final 6-4 6-2.