Tennis, Jasmine Paolini wins Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award

Dec 18, 2024 129

Jasmine Paolini ends a dream 2024 with yet another recognition of an unforgettable season. In fact, the Tuscan won the Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award, a recognition that the ITF gives to honor players who have distinguished themselves in the jersey of their national team. Jasmine was the protagonist of the triumphant ride in Malaga, which saw Italy win the Billie Jean King Cup.

Decisive precisely was the point brought by the Wimbledon and Roland Garros finalist in her success against Sramkova. Paolini, the fourth Italian to receive the Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award after Francesca Schiavone (2010), Sara Errani (2013) and Flavia Pennetta (2015), decided to donate the $10,000 prize money to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. 

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