Jasmine Paolini parts ways with long-time coach Renzo Furlan

Jasmine Paolini has concluded her decade-long collaboration with Renzo Furlan, marking the end of a remarkable partnership that reached its zenith last year with appearances in Grand Slam finals, an Olympic gold medal, and a Coach of the Year award for her esteemed mentor.

“After 10 amazing years together, I want to say a huge thank you to Renzo Furlan for everything he's done for me,” the 29-year-old Italian wrote, announcing the end of "an incredible journey" on Instagram.

Paolini’s rise under compatriot Furlan had been remarkable.

In 2024 she was French Open and Wimbledon runner-up, won doubles gold at the Paris Olympics and helped Italy lift the Billie Jean King Cup en route to becoming world number four.

Furlan's contributions were recognized as he was awarded the title of WTA Coach of the Year. However, the season is drawing to a close.

This season has been respectable, though not as remarkable, with Paolini exiting in the third round of the Australian Open and advancing to the semi-finals in Miami, where she was defeated by world number one and eventual champion Aryna Sabalenka.

“Renzo has been such an important part of my growth, both as a player and as a person,” Paolini said.

“Everything I've learned from him will stay with me and continue to guide me in this new chapter, he'll always be an important person in my life.”

Paolini commended Furlan, 54, for his commitment, noting that he frequently spent time away from his home and family. He concluded with expressions of "great respect and appreciation."

This separation occurs as the French Open approaches on May 25, raising uncertainties about Paolini's ability to replicate her previous year's achievements without the coach who played a pivotal role in her success.