Match Report | 2024 US Open: Paolini wins third consecutive Grand Slam clash against Andreescu
Jasmine Paolini’s victory over Bianca Andreescu at the US Open is notable for several reasons. Coming back from a set down to win 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4 highlights her resilience and adaptability on court. With this win, Paolini has now achieved her third straight Grand Slam main draw victory over Andreescu, having also defeated her in the third rounds at the French Open and Wimbledon. This streak demonstrates Paolini’s ability to consistently challenge and overcome strong competitors in major tournaments.
Indeed, it’s uncommon for two players to face each other in three consecutive Grand Slam main draws, which makes this matchup particularly intriguing. In their latest encounter, Bianca Andreescu, the 2019 US Open champion, started strong by breaking Jasmine Paolini’s serve early in the third game. Andreescu then consolidated this break, establishing a 3-1 lead with effective service games and putting pressure on Paolini from the outset. Despite this initial advantage, Paolini’s resilience ultimately turned the match in her favor.
Bianca Andreescu’s aggressive strategy was evident in her match statistics, as she hit 17 winners but also made 24 unforced errors. Despite this, she had a chance to take the first set when serving at 5-3. However, Jasmine Paolini broke back, saved a set point, and extended the set to a tie-break. Andreescu eventually secured the set on her fifth set point, reflecting both her tenacity and the high level of competition.
In the second set, Bianca Andreescu struggled to maintain her form, allowing Jasmine Paolini to break serve three times and establish a commanding 5-0 lead. Although Andreescu managed to recover one break, it wasn’t sufficient to turn the tide. Paolini capitalized on the opportunity and won the set 6-2, leveling the match and shifting the momentum in her favor.
