The best female doubles player of the 21st century aims for a new goal

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Just as there are debates worth delving into, there are others that are unquestionable. For instance: who is the best doubles player of the 21st century? Without a doubt or hesitation, that title belongs to Katerina Siniakova.

One cannot argue, just look at her track record: 11 Grand Slam titles in women's doubles, a Wimbledon in mixed doubles, two Olympic golds in team events, a WTA Finals trophy, a Billie Jean King Cup, and a handful of weeks as world number one. She's ticked every box on the list. How do you stay motivated when you've broken all barriers at 30?

Perhaps the best approach is to not dwell on this question and simply keep competing. That's exactly what Katerina Siniakova did when she parted ways with her partner Barbora Krejcikova, leaving everyone wondering, "What now?" Well, now it's about continuing to win Grand Slams with different partners. Katerina must possess something truly special to turn any partner she plays with into a champion, as evident from her record. Pairing up with Taylor Townsendrecently, it took them just a few months to rise to the top. They dominated the recent Roland Garros.

“I really enjoyed these two weeks; I think we had great matches. Some were tough, others more straightforward, but we always maintained that team spirit. I believe we worked really hard, so I'm proud of our efforts to improve and evolve our game. This final is the best example of the great work we've put in,” she acknowledges after defeating Danilina/Krunic 6-2, 7-5 in the Roland Garros final. Not a bad final.

“The chemistry works, there's not much more to it. It's great to have someone by your side with whom you can speak openly. You can talk even when you're not feeling your best on the court or can't find your game, come to a conclusion, and move forward, always finding solutions. It's really nice; it helps a lot to connect off the court, so you can be more relaxed,” the Czech reflects on her partnership with Taylor, with whom she began playing tournaments in 2024.

In total, she has captured seven Grand Slam titles with Barbora Krejcikova, one with Cori Gauff, and three partnering with Taylor Townsend. Not to mention the mixed doubles victory at Wimbledon 2025 alongside Sam Verbeek. A true success cultivator, always finding the winning formula.

“A significant part of our partnership is that we are left-handed and right-handed, making it more challenging for our opponents,” Siniakova emphasizes. “Taylor's game and mine are completely different, but for our rivals, this is a nuisance because we can adapt and play almost anything we want, even during a match. We work through every scenario, which makes things easier for us.”

New York, the place for Katerina Siniakova to enhance her legacy

In a short span of time, Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend have proven to be by far the best pair in the current tennis scene. Champions of the Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon... and US Open finalists. What does this mean? In two months, when they step foot in New York, they have a date with history. For the American, it would mean completing the Grand Slam, the dream of any professional tennis player. As for Katerina, it would signify winning each Grand Slam twice, achieving a unique feat with two different partners. Whichever way you look at it, it's a big deal.

“It's the only major not on my list, the one I desire the most as it's the home major. New York is a very special place with a unique energy,” Townsend expresses regarding the opportunity to win in the Big Apple. “It would mean everything to me to win the US Open; I've been close several times. In fact, the first time I lost to Katerina (laughs). I'm very grateful to be in this position, to fight every day and deliver really good tennis as a team. As long as we are healthy mentally, physically, and spiritually, I believe we have no limits. I see no reason why we can't continue playing our best, even though I know we both turn 30 this year and we're not young anymore,” the American acknowledges with a chuckle.

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