Upset at Paris Olympics: Paolini Falls to Schmiedlova in Thrilling Tennis Match

Italy's Jasmine Paolini was defeated by unseeded Slovakian Anna Karolina Schmiedlova in the Paris Olympics tennis singles. Despite the loss, Paolini still has a shot at an Olympic medal in doubles. Schmiedlova's win is one of the biggest of her career, both players' endurance tested by extreme heat conditions.

In a surprising turn at the Paris Olympics, Italy's world number 5, Jasmine Paolini, was overtaken by unseeded Slovakian Anna Karolina Schmiedlova in a closely fought tennis singles match. Schmiedlova clinched the victory with a score of 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, marking the second major upset of the day.

Despite the singles loss, Paolini remains in contention for an Olympic medal. She and her partner Sara Errani advanced to the next round of the doubles competition, defeating France's Caroline Garcia and Diane Parry 5-7, 6-3, 10-8, keeping hopes alive.

Both athletes faced the new extreme weather rule by the International Tennis Federation, allowing a 10-minute break due to the intense heat in Paris. Paolini cited unforced errors and mental strain as reasons for her singles defeat, while Schmiedlova celebrated one of the biggest victories of her career.

(With inputs from agencies.)