Britain's Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid recovered from losing the first set to defeat Gustavo Fernandez and Tokito Oda and secure their seventh Wimbledon men's wheelchair doubles title as a partnership.
Key facts
- Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid won their seventh Wimbledon men's wheelchair doubles title together.
- They defeated Gustavo Fernandez and Tokito Oda.
- The British pair came from a set down to win in three sets.
- The victory came at Wimbledon on Saturday, according to Sky Sports.
British pair Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid have won their seventh Wimbledon men’s wheelchair doubles title as a partnership, according to the BBC. The duo beat Gustavo Fernandez and Tokito Oda to add another Wimbledon crown to their collection.
The win did not come easily. According to the BBC, Great Britain’s Reid and Hewett came from a set down to defeat their opponents, roaring back after losing the opening set to take the match in three sets.
Sky Sports reported that the pair secured the title at Wimbledon on Saturday, marking the seventh time the two Britons have triumphed together in the men’s wheelchair doubles event.
Their opponents, Gustavo Fernandez and Tokito Oda, pushed the British pair, taking the first set before Hewett and Reid mounted their comeback to close out the contest.
The result underlines the continued dominance of the British partnership in wheelchair doubles at the All England Club, where they once again reached the top of the podium together.
Why it matters
Hewett and Reid's seventh Wimbledon doubles title cements their status as one of the most successful partnerships in wheelchair tennis. Their come-from-behind win highlights the growing profile and competitiveness of the wheelchair game at one of the sport's biggest stages.
Frequently asked questions
Who did Hewett and Reid beat in the final?
They defeated Gustavo Fernandez and Tokito Oda, according to the BBC and Sky Sports.
How many Wimbledon doubles titles have Hewett and Reid won together?
This was their seventh Wimbledon men's wheelchair doubles title as a partnership.
Was the win straightforward?
No. According to the BBC, the British pair came from a set down to win the match in three sets.