Shenzhen, Sept. 19 (LaPresse) – Italy has advanced to the final of the Billie Jean King Cup. The Italian team came from behind to beat Ukraine 2-1 in the semifinals and will now face the winner of the United States-Britain match. The decisive victory came in the doubles match, where Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini defeated Marta Kostyuk and Lyudmyla Kichenok in straight sets, 6-2, 6-3. The day began with Elisabetta Cocciaretto, ranked 91st, losing the first singles match to world No. 26 Marta Kostyuk. Jasmine Paolini then leveled the tie by winning the second singles against Elina Svitolina, extending the contest to the doubles match, which was ultimately dominated by the Italian pair.