Gabriela Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe capture their 2nd U.S. Open doubles title, defeating top seeds in straight sets in New York.
Canadian Star Returns to Glory
Gabriela Dabrowski of Ottawa and partner Erin Routliffe claimed the U.S. Open women’s doubles championship on Friday in New York. The third-seeded pair defeated top seeds Taylor Townsend of the United States and Katerina Siniakova of Czechia 6-4, 6-4 inside Arthur Ashe Stadium. The victory marks their second title at Flushing Meadows in three years.
Match That Defined the Moment
In front of an energized crowd, Dabrowski and Routliffe’s consistency on returns and decisive play on key points secured the straight-sets win. The match featured extended rallies and quick exchanges at the net, highlighting the high standard of women’s doubles tennis. With the win, they joined a short list of teams in the Open era to win multiple U.S. Open titles.
Journey Back to the Top
The triumph comes after a difficult period for Dabrowski, who underwent breast cancer surgery and treatment in 2024, returning to competition with remarkable resilience. Earlier this year, both she and Routliffe also suffered rib fractures due to severe bronchitis, setbacks that slowed their preparation. Despite these challenges, the duo’s determination carried them back to Grand Slam glory.
Players’ Reactions
“This win feels different because of the work we’ve put in behind the scenes,” Dabrowski said following the match. Routliffe echoed the sentiment, noting the pride in representing both her Canadian roots and her adopted New Zealand nationality: “To have a Canadian team win two Slams is pretty phenomenal.”
Career Significance
For Dabrowski, 33, the win adds to an already decorated career that includes an Olympic bronze medal with Félix Auger-Aliassime at the 2024 Paris Games. Routliffe, 30, a former world No. 1 doubles player, continues to strengthen her legacy as one of the top doubles competitors on tour. Both will rise to No. 3 and No. 4 in the world rankings when they are updated on Monday.
What Comes Next
The pair have now secured qualification for the WTA Finals in Riyadh this November, where they are defending champions. Their long-term goal remains clear: to become the No. 1-ranked doubles team in the world. As Routliffe put it, “Winning today means we’re multiple Grand Slam champions — now we want to be the best team in the world.”
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