Czech tennis star Siniaková sets record as year-end doubles world number one

Czech tennis player Kateřina Siniaková will finish the year as the world’s number one doubles player for a record sixth time, surpassing the previous mark she shared with Martina Navrátilová. The WTA confirmed the achievement on Friday, presenting Siniaková with a trophy at the WTA Finals in Indian Wells. It will be her third consecutive year at the top of the rankings. Siniaková has won seven doubles titles this season, including the French Open and US Open alongside American partner Taylor Townsend. The pair have also reached the semifinals of the WTA Finals, where they face Gabriela Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani.