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Billie Jean King Cup: Italy became the first team to reach the semifinals of the Billie Jean King Cup on Thursday after beating Germany 3-0 in their second group match.

The win means Italy have ensured a place in the last four after having previously beaten France 2-1 in their first group tie, reports Xinhua.

On Thursday, Jasmine Paolini was in excellent form to take her second singles win as she defeated Anna-Lena Friedsam 6-3, 6-2.