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British Duo's Epic US Open Comeback Victory
12 Sep
Summary
- Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid won their sixth US Open doubles title.
- They came from a set and break down to secure the victory.
- This marks Reid's 30th Grand Slam doubles title overall.
British wheelchair tennis stars Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid have recaptured the US Open men's doubles title, their sixth championship as a partnership at Flushing Meadows. The legendary duo staged an impressive comeback, overcoming a deficit of one set and a break to defeat their Spanish and Dutch rivals.
This triumph is particularly significant for Gordon Reid, marking his 30th Grand Slam doubles title. The top seeds demonstrated resilience, turning the match around in the second set and ultimately clinching the victory in a tense match tie-break. Hewett expressed his delight, stating their strong motivation to win at the US Open again.
Hewett also advanced to the men's singles final, benefiting from an opponent's retirement due to injury. He is set to face the reigning champion, who is vying for a calendar Grand Slam in 2026. Additionally, young Briton Matthew Knoesen achieved a remarkable double, winning both the junior boys' singles and doubles titles at the tournament.
