Jasmine Paolini is really enjoying her tennis at this moment in time, having just reached the Wimbledon final.
She lost out to Barbora Krejcikova on Centre Court, with the Czech ace winning her first Wimbledon title earlier this month.
The duo played out an entertaining battle in the English capital, with Krejcikova eventually emerging victorious 6-2, 2-6, 6-4.
It was a superb display from the 31st seed, who shocked many with her fantastic success at the All England Club.
But also hugely impressive was Paolini, particularly given how she had only just reached the French Open final.
Jasmine Paolini makes Roger Federer claim after losing the Wimbledon final
The Italian lost out to world number one Iga Swiatek in straight sets in Paris, but again proved that she is a real threat to the more higher-profile names on the WTA.
Paolini remains in high spirits defeat back-to-back Grand Slam final defeats, with the Italian now sharing a dream of hers going forward.
When asked what celebrity she would want sitting courtside during one of her matches, Paolini told Tennis Channel: “Oh this is tough. This is tough because I can say Roger Federer, but then I’m going to be so nervous, so maybe nobody.”
Jasmine Paolini rises WTA rankings after making history at Wimbledon
Unsurprisingly, Paolini has now climbed the WTA rankings after her recent feats, with the Italian now sitting fifth in the world.
It represents a career-high ranking for the 28-year-old, but it may just get lower and lower as the months and years go on.
The SW19 seventh seed just made history with her recent efforts, with Paolini having become the first player ranked outside the WTA top five to reach the women’s singles finals at the French Open and Wimbledon in a calendar year.
Men’s icon Federer meanwhile knows all about Grand Slam success, with the Swiss having won 20 such titles in his stunning career.
Paolini is clearly a fan, as is the new Wimbledon champion, with Krejcikova having loved Federer’s grace on the court.
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