Australian Open 2023: Katerina Siniakova, Barbora Krejcikova Win Women's Doubles For Seventh Major Title

Siniakova and Krejikova were in sublime form last year too, winning three of the four major titles- the Australian Open, Wimbledon and the US Open in the women's doubles category.

Katerina Siniakova and Barbora Krejikova won the Australian Open 2023 Women's Doubles Finals in straight sets. ( Image Source :Getty Images )

Czech pair of Katerina Siniakova and Barbora Krejikova added yet another title to their tally as they beat Japan's Shuko Aoyama and Ena Shibahara in the women's doubles final of the Australian Open 2023 to clinch their seventh major title on Sunday. They clinched the match in straight sets, not being tested much in their 6-4, 6-3 win in the summit clash. The win has extended their winning streak in the tournament to 24 matches.

It is pertinent to note that the double's pair were in sublime form last year, winning three of the four major titles- the Australian Open, Wimbledon and the US Open in the women's doubles category.

“A big thanks to my partner Barbora,” said Siniakova after the match.

“I’m so happy we did it again, it was a nice journey."

We weren’t just able to get through in the past: Krejcikova

Meanwhile, Krejcikova pointed out acknowledged the effort that has gone behind stitching such a remarkable winning spree.

“So many practices,” she said.

“I remember many matches that we got really close. Couple times we were to the semifinals at other Slams, and we weren’t just able to get through. I think with the experience and with everything, as the teams are changing, some teams are not playing anymore or they’re retiring, just generation is changing, as well.”

Talking about the Japanese duo who failed to overcome the final hurdle, Aoyama and Shibahara were participating in their 10th final together. However, this was their first apperance in a Grand Slam final.

“It was just so close . . . I feel like it was just right there,” Shibahara said.

“Obviously our opponents were just too good and solid," she stated after the defeat.

"I feel like the experience was just the difference. I know that I think the next time we’ll have a better shot at it. Overall I’m just really proud of how we’ve been playing together, so really excited for what’s to come."