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Grand Slam Singles Titles: 9
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Grand Slam Doubles Titles: 20
- Historic Achievement: Hewett is 2nd male player after Shingo Kunieda to win both singles and doubles titles at every Grand Slam.
Alfie Hewett, born on December 6, 1997, in Norwich, England. He is prominent figure in wheelchair tennis. Hewett’s journey began with a diagnosis of Perthes disease at a young age, leading him to take up wheelchair tennis. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a dominant force in the sport.
Hewett’s first major singles title came at the French Open in 2017. He named many victories at the US Open, where he has won multiple times. Alfie success continued at the Australian Open, and finally, he secured the Wimbledon singles title, completing the career Grand Slam.
In addition to his singles success, Hewett has also been a formidable doubles player. Partnering with Gordon Reid, the duo has won numerous Grand Slam doubles titles and achieved the world number one ranking.
Achievements’
- Became the first man since Gordon Reid in 2016 to potentially win both the Wimbledon singles and doubles titles in the same year.
- Hewett and his doubles partner, Gordon Reid, have won five of the past seven Wimbledon doubles titles together.
- Known for his resilience and determination, Hewett overcame significant challenges, including shoulder issues and past defeats, to secure his latest victory at Wimbledon.
Hewett’s dedication and resilience have made him a role model in the sport, inspiring many with his achievements and determination. His latest victory at Wimbledon cements his legacy as one of the greatest wheelchair tennis players of all time.
“These last few years have been difficult… no matter how many times you get knocked down you can still get back up and keep trying.”
His journey in wheelchair tennis, marked by perseverance and dedication, has made him one of the sport’s most inspiring figures, with a legacy that continues to grow.