Italy Advances to Billie Jean King Cup Final

Italy has advanced to the Billie Jean King Cup final for the second consecutive year after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Poland. Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani clinched the deciding doubles match against Iga Swiatek and Katarzyna Kawa with a score of 7-5, 7-5, after Paolini lost to Swiatek in singles. Lucia Bronzetti initially put Italy ahead with a straight-sets win over Magda Linette. Despite being down 5-1 in the second set of the doubles, the Italians rallied to secure the win. The final will take place on Wednesday, where Italy will face the winner of the Great Britain vs. Slovakia semi-final. Paolini expressed her determination to overcome her singles loss, focusing on the importance of teamwork and country pride.