Italy secured its first Billie Jean King Cup title since 2013 by defeating Slovakia in the final of the women's team competition. Jasmine Paolini led the Italian team to victory by defeating Rebecca Sramkova 6-2, 6-1 in a dominant performance.
Paolini, who had a remarkable season, reached the finals of the French Open and Wimbledon earlier this year. She also won a doubles gold medal at the Paris Olympics with Sara Errani. Paolini's success this year has been a significant breakthrough in her career.
