The
incredible year of Jasmine Paolini is not only reflected in her ranking as
world No. 4, but also in a remarkable record in the growth of her prize money
compared to her previous 11 years of career.
The Italian
secured her first WTA 1000 title at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in
2024 against Anna Kalinskaya and won the gold medal in Paris 2024 alongside her
regular partner, Sara Errani. She also surprised with her appearances in the
finals of Roland Garros and Wimbledon.
A stellar season propels Paolini to new heights
The
28-year-old player had great consistency this year, with a record of 37-15
(18-4 in Grand Slam tournaments), allowing her to rise from world No. 31 to No.
4 and secure her qualification for the WTA Finals. Additionally, her impressive
year in doubles with Sara Errani resulted in four titles (including two WTA
1000s) and a French Open final appearance.
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At the
Finals, Paolini debuted with a victory over 5th seed Elena Rybakina, winning
7-6(5), 6-4, and in doubles, alongside Errani, they defeated American pair
Desirae Krawczyk and Caroline Dolehide, further increasing her prize money.
“It’s
amazing, I’m really happy with the win today,” said Paolini after beating
Rybakina. “Elena was playing amazing and it’s always so tough to play with her.
I’m happy to stay in this match and win my first match here at the WTA Finals,”
she said. “I served well. I’m happy with how I managed to start on the points
and I think I played a really solid match.”
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At the
start of the season, Paolini had a total prize money of $2,649,189 over her
seven years as a professional. In 2024 alone, she has already earned
$5,030,798, nearly double what she had at the beginning of the season (a 189%
increase) and without considering the WTA Finals.
In Riyadh,
she has already secured $685,000 in singles and another $105,000 in doubles
after debuting with victories in both categories. In the worst-case scenario,
if Paolini does not achieve any further wins, she would leave with a total of
$790,000, which could increase significantly depending on her results. Her
successes in singles and doubles guarantee her $5,820,798 in earnings for 2024,
achieving more than double what she has earned in the rest of her career.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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