{
  "id": 9681286,
  "title": "Paolini steers Italy past China in BJK",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/paolini-steers-italy-past-china-in-bjk",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T02:48:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/racquet-sports/2026/09/1540713/paolini-steers-italy-past-china-bjk"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Shenzen: Jasmine Paolini secured Italy's victory in the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-final against China, triumphing in both singles and doubles. After trailing 1-0 early in the tie, Italy rallied back to defeat hosts China 2-1, setting up a semi-final clash with Ukraine. Paolini and Sara Errani fought off fatigue and nerves to win the deciding doubles match 6-3, 5-7, 6-3, securing a place in the semi-finals. In a tough match, Zhang Shuai defeated Elisabetta Cocciaretto 6-0, 6-2, giving China an early lead. Paolini then rebounded, defeating Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) to keep Italy's hopes alive. Meanwhile, in another quarter-final, Ukrainian star Anhelina Kalinina led her team to a 2-1 victory over Belgium, contributing wins in both singles and doubles.",
  "summary": "SHENZHEN: Jasmine Paolini rescued Italy’s Billie Jean King Cup title defence campaign by triumphing in singles and doubles to secure a 2-1 victory for her team over hosts China in the quarter-finals on Thursday.",
  "key_points": [
    "Italy defeats China 2-1 in Billie Jean King Cup quarter-final",
    "Paolini wins both singles and doubles to secure Italy's win",
    "Italy advances to semi-final against Ukraine"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Italy's win over China sets up a semi-final clash with Ukraine, marking a significant advancement for the Italian team in the Billie Jean King Cup.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}