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US Open Doubles Champ Becomes First Mom to Complete Career Slam
20 Sep
Summary
- Taylor Townsend achieved a career Grand Slam in doubles at the US Open.
- She is believed to be the first mother to complete this significant milestone.
- Townsend recently underwent emergency surgery after a minor setback.
Taylor Townsend has etched her name in tennis history by completing the career Grand Slam in doubles at the recent US Open. Partnering with Katerina Siniakova, the top seeds secured the trophy by defeating an American duo in the final. This remarkable achievement is particularly significant as Townsend believes she is the first mother to accomplish this feat.
Townsend expressed her elation, calling the milestone "amazing" and a childhood dream realized at her home Grand Slam. She shared anecdotes of celebrity encounters, including messages from Samuel L. Jackson and meetings with Spike Lee and Shonda Rhimes. While celebrating this immense success, Townsend has also faced a recent health challenge. She was forced to withdraw from the Guadalajara Open after undergoing emergency surgery, though she had won her singles opener there prior to the procedure.
Her US Open performance extended beyond doubles; Townsend also made an impressive run in the singles draw, reaching the round of 16 before being eliminated by top seed Aryna Sabalenka. She also participated in mixed doubles with Alexander Zverev during Fan Week, though they were eliminated in their first match.
