India, May 16 -- Rain covers were removed. The sun is out now. The doubles match should begin soon.

Rain interrupted play at the Italian Open in Rome on Saturday, with the women's schedule facing delays ahead of the much-anticipated final between Coco Gauff and Elina Svitolina. Light rain at the Foro Italico first forced a stoppage in the women's doubles match between Storm Hunter/Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva/Diana Shnaider.

Tournament officials are currently monitoring conditions, with play expected to remain suspended for approximately another 35 to 50 minutes based on on-site estimates. The weather delay has also pushed back preparations for the women's singles final, where Gauff and Svitolina are scheduled to battle for the Ita...