Jasmine Paolini advanced to the quarterfinals of the Miami Open with a victory over Naomi Osaka.
As of March 24, 2025, Italian tennis star Jasmine Paolini has reached the Round of 16 at the Miami Open. Here’s a recap of her journey so far:
- Second Round: As the sixth seed, Paolini received a first-round bye. In her opening match, she overcame a slow start against Slovakia’s Rebecca Sramkova, rallying from 0-3 down to secure a 6-4, 6-4 victory.
- Third Round: Paolini was set to face 31st seed Ons Jabeur, but the Tunisian retired due to a left leg injury while trailing 3-4 in the first set, allowing Paolini to advance.
- Match for Quarter Finals: In the Round of 16, Paolini defeated former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka, who battled through a grueling three-hour third-round match to reach this stage.
As of March 24, 2025, Naomi Osaka has advanced to the Round of 16 at the Miami Open. Here’s a recap of her journey so far:
- First Round: Osaka faced Ukrainian qualifier Yuliia Starodubtseva. Despite dropping the first set and trailing in the second, she mounted a comeback to secure a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory.
- Second Round: The Japanese star took on 24th seed Liudmila Samsonova, delivering a commanding performance with six aces and a 6-2, 6-4 win.
- Third Round: In a tough battle against American wildcard Hailey Baptiste, Osaka fought back from a third-set deficit to win 7-6(6), 3-6, 6-4, marking her longest WTA main draw victory.
- Round Of 16 Match: In the Round of 16, Osaka lost her match against World No. 6 Jasmine Paolini in which she won the first set by 6-3 but lost next two sets by 6-4,6-4
Jasmine Paolini Stuns Naomi Osaka to Reach Miami Open 2025 Quarterfinals
In a thrilling encounter at the Miami Open 2025, Jasmine Paolini delivered an outstanding performance to defeat former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka, securing her place in the quarterfinals. The Italian star showcased her growing dominance on the court, claiming a 6-3, 7-5 victory over Osaka, who was making a strong comeback this season.
Paolini’s Rise Continues
Paolini, currently enjoying the best phase of her career, entered the match with confidence after a solid run in the tournament. Facing Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, was no easy task, but Paolini’s aggressive baseline play and exceptional movement made the difference.
The first set saw Paolini taking early control, breaking Osaka’s serve twice to claim it 6-3. In the second set, Osaka fought back with her powerful serves and deep groundstrokes, but Paolini remained composed. At 5-5, she secured a crucial break, followed by a strong service game to close the match at 7-5.
Osaka’s Effort Falls Short
Despite the loss, Osaka displayed glimpses of her former brilliance. She fired multiple aces and played aggressively, but unforced errors at key moments proved costly. While her return to the tour has been promising, Paolini’s superior consistency and resilience secured the win.
What’s Next for Paolini?
With this victory, Paolini advances to the quarterfinals, marking another milestone in her impressive season. Her next opponent will be a tough challenge, but with the momentum on her side, she will be aiming for a deep run in Miami.
As the tournament progresses, Paolini has solidified her position as a rising force in women’s tennis, and this victory over Osaka is a testament to her growing stature on the WTA Tour.
