Hewett & Reid Reclaim Wimbledon Wheelchair Doubles Crown

Victory on Centre Court

Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid secured their seventh Wimbledon doubles title on Saturday, shutting down Tokito Oda and Gustavo Fernandez in three sets. The British duo, entered as the top seeds, saved their best tennis for a comeback after falling behind in the opening set on Court No 1. Their 2‑6, 6‑1, 6‑2 win lasted one hour and forty‑seven minutes and locked away the crown for a seventh time. The match capped a memorable day for home fans, who surged the pair to another grand slam triumph.

Seeding, History, and the Road Back

The champions avenged last year’s loss to Martin de la Puente and Ruben Spaargaren, after the Spanish team was upset by Oda and Fernandez in the semi‑finals. Hewett and Reid, aged 28 and 34 respectively, entered the tournament on the back of 25 grand slam doubles victories together, a testament to their sustained dominance. The win also sets up a singles final for Hewett, who will meet top‑ranked Oda on Sunday. It marks the third time in four years that the two players will lock blades in a singles showdown at Wimbledon.

Future Singles Showdown

Hewett’s forthcoming match will be his second Wimbledon singles final, the first coming in 2024, while Oda remains the dominant world No 1. The two have clashed in the final once before, with Oda emerging victorious on each occasion. The British star says the experience will boost his confidence heading into the 2026 season, which itself is historic. The 2026 season celebrates the 50th anniversary of wheelchair tennis, underscoring how far the sport has progressed.

Image Capture from the Final

Below is the official press photo from the championship match, captured by the PA news agency.

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Voices from the Court

Reid reflected on the emotional high of winning at home: “It’s a dream come true to play at our home grand slam and on a court like this, with a crowd like you guys and to come away with a win.” He praised Oda and Fernandez’s power, noting that “when you’ve got someone with the size of Tokito’s forehand and Gustavo’s biceps, it’s not easy!” The veteran doubles specialist also thanked fans for turning the match into a shared dream. Hewitt added that the first set was “extremely difficult” and that the crowd’s support meant everything when they fell behind.

Milestones and Looking Forward

This Wimbledon marks ten years since wheelchair singles events first appeared at the Championships, adding a layer of celebration to the tournament. Hewitt and Reid captured their first doubles title a decade ago, and returning with seven crowns feels surreal. The pair’s longevity has helped shape wheelchair tennis into a mainstream spectacle, with the upcoming 2026 season promising even more milestones. Fans can expect more high‑stakes battles as both players chase new records and fresh titles.