Wimbledon women’s doubles have always focused on teamwork and skills on grass courts. Since its inception in 1913, iconic duos have established records that continue to shape the sport. The Williams sisters are at the forefront with six titles during the Open Era holding the record for Most Wins in Wimbledon Women’s Doubles. Martina Navratilova and Pam Shriver dominated the 1980s with five wins while Suzanne Lenglen and Elizabeth Ryan were unstoppable in the 1920s(Amateur era).

Venus and Serena 1993 and 2001.
Venus and Serena 1993 and 2001.
Pam Shriver event Baltimore on left ….Wash D.C. Charity on right.
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Top 5 Most Wins in Wimbledon Women’s Doubles

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

RankTeamTitles
1Serena & Venus Williams6
2Martina Navratilova & Pam Shriver5
3Suzanne Lenglen & Elizabeth Ryan5
4Rosie Casals & Billie Jean King4
5Gigi Fernández & Natasha Zvereva2

Serena & Venus Williams (6 Titles)

Years Won: 2000, 2002, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2016
Era: Open Era

Serena and Venus Williams are icons in doubles tennis. They secured six Wimbledon titles from 2000 to 2016 demonstrating their dominance on grass courts. Even more remarkable, they never lost a Grand Slam doubles final ending with an incredible 14-0 record. Additionally, they earned 3 Olympic gold medals in doubles solidifying their legacy worldwide.

Martina Navratilova & Pam Shriver (5 Titles)

Years Won: 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986
Era: Open Era

In the 1980s, Martina Navratilova and Pam Shriver ruled the Wimbledon doubles scene. They grabbed five titles together including an amazing four in a row from 1981 to 1984. Navratilova won seven Wimbledon doubles titles in the Open Era and all five of Shriver’s titles were alongside her. Their combination of Navratilova’s aggressive approach and Shriver’s steady gameplay established them as one of the best duos in the history of the All England Club.

Suzanne Lenglen & Elizabeth Ryan (5 Titles)

Years Won: 1919, 1920, 1921, 1922, 1923
Era: Amateur Era

Suzanne Lenglen and Elizabeth Ryan were the first major doubles stars at Wimbledon. Between 1919 and 1923, they secured five consecutive titles. Elizabeth Ryan eventually achieved a remarkable total of 12 Wimbledon doubles victories and five of those were alongside Suzanne Lenglen. Their collaboration combined Lenglen’s elegant shot-making with Ryan’s consistent performance setting the stage for future doubles champions.

Rosie Casals & Billie Jean King (4 Titles)

Years Won: 1967, 1968, 1970, 1971
Era: Open Era

Billie Jean King and Rosie Casals teamed up to win four titles from 1967 to 1971 demonstrating their strength during the major transition of tennis into the Open Era. King ultimately secured nine Wimbledon doubles titles overall while Casals achieved five, four of which were with King. More than just their achievements, they were trailblazers who contributed to the development of women’s tennis and advocated for equality.

Gigi Fernández & Natasha Zvereva (2 Titles)

Years Won: 1992, 1993
Era: Open Era

Gigi Fernández and Natasha Zvereva clinched back-to-back Wimbledon doubles championships in 1992 and 1993 winning both matches in straight sets. Although grass wasn’t their favorite surface, they demonstrated their ability to adapt by securing these victories. These triumphs contributed to their impressive total of 14 Grand Slam doubles titles including a remarkable seven consecutive wins at the US Open.