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- calendar_today October 11, 2026
Gabriela Dabrowski Reaches Milestone with 25th Doubles Title
Canada’s Gabriela Dabrowski secured her 25th career WTA Tour doubles title on Sunday at the China Open, partnering with Brazil’s Luisa Stefani. The pair delivered a commanding 6-1, 6-2 victory against the top-seeded team of Katerina Siniakova (Czechia) and Zhang Shuai (China) in the women’s doubles final.
Dominant Performance in the Tennis Final
Playing as the second seeds, Dabrowski and Stefani completed the match in just 59 minutes. Their tactical play and cohesive teamwork overwhelmed their opponents, resulting in a decisive win at the prestigious tennis tournament held in Beijing. This victory marks Dabrowski’s fifth women doubles title of the 2026 season.
Dabrowski Reflects on Victory
"Obviously today's performance was a really great culmination of the entire week, which was awesome for us," Dabrowski said following the final. "We brought a really high level. Our opponents forced us to do that with their reputation, the number of times we've played them." Her remarks highlighted the tough competition posed by Siniakova and Zhang, both well-established figures in women’s doubles tennis.
China Open: Key Results and Highlights
The China Open continues to feature standout performances in both singles and doubles categories. Dabrowski and Stefani’s win added to the excitement of the tournament, showcasing top international talent and highly competitive matches on the WTA circuit.
Olympic Champion Zheng Qinwen Triumphs in Singles Final
On the singles court, Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen claimed her first title in two years by defeating French Open champion Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-4. Zheng, who had entered the tournament as a wild card while ranked No. 54, will return to the WTA top 30 following her victory. The match concluded as Zheng served an ace on her first match point, ending a challenging season marked by recovery from injury.
Other Notable Achievements at the China Open
Zheng’s win capped a year in which she reached the Australian Open final, captured the Paris Olympics singles gold at Roland Garros, and claimed another career title in Japan. Meanwhile, Mirra Andreeva, despite her loss in Beijing, is set to achieve a career-high ranking of No. 3.
Tournament Impact and Future Watch
The China Open provided major milestones for several players. Gabriela Dabrowski’s 25th career title cements her position among the top doubles players on the WTA Tour. With continued outstanding performances, both in singles and doubles, the China Open remains a highlight of the tennis calendar.
Source: cbc.ca.
