Overview
- Jasmine Paolini confirmed Danilo Pizzorno as head coach and named doubles partner Sara Errani to handle match tactics in 2026, announcing the setup on Italian television on December 8.
- Errani, retired from singles since May, will continue playing doubles with Paolini as their successful partnership carries into the new season.
- Australian Open organizers listed 11 Italians in the 2026 main draws, with Jannik Sinner seeded No. 2 and Paolini No. 8 as the tournament begins on January 18 in Melbourne.
- Sinner has intensified pre-season training in Dubai, where Darren Cahill has rejoined his camp to continue with the world No. 2, ahead of exhibitions on January 10 versus Carlos Alcaraz in Seoul and January 16 versus Felix Auger-Aliassime.
- Italy’s early-season slate includes Paolini at the United Cup alongside Flavio Cobolli, while Lorenzo Musetti has brought in José Perlas as a supercoach for 2026.