Paolini powers into Roland Garros fourth round
Paris, May 31 -- Italy's Jasmine Paolini eased into the fourth round of the French Open with a commanding 6-4, 6-1 victory over Ukraine's Yuliia Starodubtseva in the third round on Saturday IST on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
The 12th seed was in complete control throughout the 70-minute encounter, dominating on both serve and return to advance without dropping a set. Paolini capitalised on all five break point opportunities she created, while Starodubtseva could only convert two of her three chances.
Despite neither player hitting an ace, it was Paolini's superior consistency and precision that proved decisive. The Italian won 68 per cent of her first-serve points and 53 per cent on second serve, outshining her Ukrainian opponent, who managed ...
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