Kateřina Siniaková

Czech professional tennis player, double champion

Kateřina Siniaková - Czech professional tennis player, double champion
Born

May 10th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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A professional tennis player from the Czech Republic, achieved prominence in women's doubles. Won multiple Grand Slam titles in doubles, highlighting a successful partnership with Barbora Krejčíková. Competed in singles, reaching a career-high ranking of world No. 31. Made significant contributions to the Czech Republic's Fed Cup team, aiding in their victory in 2018.

Won the French Open women's doubles in 2018

Won Wimbledon women's doubles in 2018

Contributed to the Czech Republic's Fed Cup win in 2018

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