Jasmine Paolini didn’t just claim victory in Rome—she earned it the hard way, with determination, focus, and the quiet support of a smartwatch that kept track of every heartbeat along the way.
In the instant she raised the trophy, Jasmine Paolini’s pulse hammered at 150 beats per minute—quicker than in either of her full-tilt practice runs before the final. That wasn’t anxiety; it was the sheer exhilaration of a victory fully earned.
Thanks to her Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch, fans can now get an inside look at how the Italian star tuned her body for back-to-back showdowns, starting with the semi-final and culminating in her Saturday victory on home soil.
Inside Paolini’s Pre-Match Routine
Saturday’s final didn’t kick off until 5:00 p.m., but Jasmine Paolini was already in game mode before midday. She began with a warm-up designed to fire up her muscles and nervous system, then launched into a focused 42-minute sparring session.
Her heart rate spiked to 158 bpm the moment she stepped on court—an instant shift into gear. She unleashed a series of dynamic serves and trademark heavy groundstrokes, before transitioning to a calmer rhythm: steady shots and laser-focused serves. The Amazfit Active 2 noted 56 serves during the session—15 more than Thursday’s semi-final prep.
This time around, her body stayed comparatively cool. The average heart rate clocked in at 119 bpm, a sign of controlled energy and strategic intent.
Thursday’s Semi-Final: Higher Intensity, Shorter Burn
The lead-up to Thursday’s match was punchier—just 33 minutes—but far more intense. Jasmine Paolini’s average heart rate soared to 143 bpm, peaking at a scorching 170 bpm as she edged into anaerobic territory. Her body was clearly in overdrive.
Backhands dominated both training days. She fired off 84 on Thursday and 78 on Saturday, compared to just 46 and 36 forehands respectively. Those numbers reveal more than just stats—they spotlight the strength of her defensive game.
“It’s no surprise to see Jasmine leaning on the backhand,” says a close analyst. “She uses it like a sword and shield. It’s not just about power, it’s about positioning and survival.”
The Numbers Behind the Glory
Despite the differing styles of her two training sessions—one intense and compact, the other methodical and drawn-out—Jasmine Paolini showed uncanny consistency. In both, her heart hit similar max rates: 171 and 170 bpm.
What sets her apart, though, is the way she adapts. Fast-moving, focused, and able to shift gears at will, Paolini used every insight from her wearable tech to tailor her prep—and it paid off in spades.
Smartwatch, Smart Strategy
For Paolini, the Amazfit Active 2 isn’t just a flashy accessory. It’s a silent coach, capturing every serve, sprint, and heartbeat with surgical detail.
That data helped guide her approach: ramping up intensity when needed, easing off to conserve fuel, and fine-tuning every stroke.
On Saturday evening, the numbers told the story—but it was Jasmine Paolini who wrote the ending. And with the Rome title now hers, one thing is clear: the heart of a champion doesn’t just beat faster—it beats smarter.
