Most Wins in Wimbledon Men’s Doubles

Wimbledon isn’t just about singles, it is also home to some of the greatest doubles teams in tennis history. The men’s doubles competition began in 1884 and teamwork has consistently been crucial for success on grass. The Doherty brothers set the early benchmark with 8 titles holding the record for most wins in Wimbledon men’s doubles. While in Open era, Todd Woodbridge shines with 9 victories with his partner Mark Woodforde. Every era has brought new energy and styles demonstrating that doubles tennis is a core part of Wimbledon’s legacy.

1900 Olympic Games. Paris, France. The Doherty brothers. Hugh Lawrence Doherty who won the gold medal in the singles and doubles competition is at right and brother Reginald Frank who won bronze is at left .
Photo Credit: from olympic.org, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

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Top 5 Most Wins in Wimbledon Men’s Doubles

Here are the top 5 players with the most wins in Wimbledon men’s doubles with records spanning both the Amateur Era (before 1968) and the Open Era (after professionals were allowed).

Rank	Team	Titles
1	Reggie Doherty & Laurie Doherty	8
2	Todd Woodbridge & Mark Woodforde	6
3	William Renshaw & Ernest Renshaw	5
3	John Newcombe & Tony Roche	5
4	Peter Fleming & John McEnroe	4

Reggie Doherty & Laurie Doherty (8 Titles)

Years Won: 1897-1901, 1903-1905
Era: Amateur Era

Reggie and Laurie Doherty (famously known as the Doherty brothers) were the champions of Wimbledon doubles during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Together, they secured eight titles from 1897 to 1905 including an impressive streak of five consecutive victories from 1897 to 1901. After taking a break in 1902, they returned to clinch three more titles in a row. They never lost a Wimbledon doubles final boasting a flawless 8-0 record.

Todd Woodbridge & Mark Woodforde (6 Titles)

Years Won: 1993-1997, 2000
Era: Open Era

Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde famously known as the Woodies dominated the men’s doubles at Wimbledon during the 1990s. They secured six titles together achieving an impressive five consecutive victories from 1993 to 1997. Their effective serve and volley strategy made them almost impossible to beat on grass courts. As a team, they made it to seven finals losing just once.

William Renshaw & Ernest Renshaw (5 Titles)

Years Won: 1884-1886, 1888-1889
Era: Amateur Era

William and Ernest Renshaw were the first major stars in Wimbledon doubles during the 1880s. Playing an aggressive net style, they secured five titles together including the first-ever streak of three consecutive wins from 1884 to 1886. They reached six finals losing only once and their five titles remained a record until the Doherty brothers surpassed them in 1901.

John Newcombe & Tony Roche (5 Titles)

Years Won: 1965, 1968-1970, 1974
Era: Open Era

John Newcombe and Tony Roche teamed up with a mix of strength and accuracy to dominate Wimbledon men’s doubles. Together, they secured five titles across two decades. In the Open Era, they rank just behind the Woodies having clinched four of their five titles after 1968. The pair also made it to six finals overall losing only once. Their three consecutive wins from 1968 to 1970 marked the first hat trick in men’s doubles during the Open Era.

Peter Fleming & John McEnroe (4 Titles)

Years Won: 1979, 1981, 1983-1984
Era: Open Era

Peter Fleming and John McEnroe formed one of the most thrilling doubles teams in Wimbledon history. Together, they secured four titles made it to five finals and only faced defeat once. The combination of McEnroe’s amazing net skills and Fleming’s powerful left-handed serve made them a formidable pair on grass courts. Their consecutive victories in 1983 and 1984 contributed to a remarkable 12-match winning streak at Wimbledon.