When the sun rose Saturday morning, Italy hadn’t had an Italian Open champion in 40 years. By nightfall, it had one. In 24 hours, it might have two. Jasmine Paolini, an irrepressible 29-year-old on a run for more than a year now,

The 23-year-old is seeking his first career victory at the French Open. The biggest obstacle in Sinner's way is Alcaraz. Sinner has been virtually unbeatable since the start of the 2024 season except when he is matched up with Alcaraz.