Jasmine Paolini parted ways with coach Renzo Furlan after a 10-year stint, the Italian tennis player announced on Monday.
“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 posted 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 efforts did not go unnoticed — he was crowned WTA Coach of the Year.
“Renzo has been such an important part of my growth, both as a player and as a person. 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.
“I’m truly grateful for the time, energy, and sacrifices he’s made for me, often far from home and his family. I have so much respect and appreciation for him. For his professionalism, his passion, and the values he’s passed on to me over all these years,” she added.
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This season has been solid but less sparkling so far, with Paolini bowing out in the Australian Open third round and reaching the semifinals in Miami, where she lost to world number one and eventual champion Aryna Sabalenka.
“Renzo, I’m really thankful for everything. Wishing you all the best for what’s next!” Paolini concluded.
The split comes with the French Open approaching on May 25, leaving questions over whether Paolini can repeat last year’s success without the coach who helped guide her there.
(With inputs from Reuters)
