Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova captured the Madrid Open doubles title on Sunday, defeating Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider 7-6 (2), 6-2. A mid-match knee injury concern for Siniakova prompted a lengthy medical timeout that frustrated Andreeva. The victory extends their winning streak to 15 matches.
In the doubles final at the Madrid Open on clay courts, Katerina Siniakova twisted her left knee while chasing a ball in the second set. She requested an injury timeout, and medical staff wrapped her quad for stability. Despite the stoppage, Siniakova continued without major limitations and helped secure the win in one hour and 29 minutes against Andreeva and Shnaider, as shown in footage from edgeAI on X (formerly Twitter) dated May 3, 2026. Andreeva expressed frustration over the duration of the physio evaluation across the net. This marks Townsend and Siniakova's third straight WTA 1000 title after Indian Wells and Miami, and their sixth together, including two Grand Slams. The result pushes Siniakova to World No. 1 for her 181st week, third all-time, and Townsend to No. 2. Townsend now has four consecutive titles and a 21-1 record in 2026, her only loss in the Australian Open quarterfinals. Post-match, Townsend praised her partner: “You’re the best to ever do it. And I’m honored to be on the same side as you and to continue to make history with you.” The duo, perfect 4-0 in WTA 1000 finals, heads to the Italian Masters in Rome aiming to extend their streak before the French Open.
