Alfie Hewett has emerged triumphant at the Australian Open and US Open singles events in 2023.
Alfie Hewett, hailing from Great Britain, secured his third career Wheelchair Tennis Masters singles championship, which vaulted him to the apex of the world rankings as the year concludes.
Entering the tournament ranked second globally, the 25-year-old overcame Argentina’s third-ranked Gustavo Fernandez with a scoreline of 4-6, 6-1, 6-3.
Achieving the pinnacle of the rankings was a target Hewett had his eyes on. “At the start of this year, I made it my mission to wrap up the year as the world’s premier player,” Hewett remarked.
Alongside this individual achievement, Hewett also claimed a doubles title during the week, playing with Britain’s Gordon Reid. The dynamic duo, who have notched up 18 Grand Slam titles together, staged a remarkable comeback against the defending champions, Fernandez and Martin de la Puente from Spain. Down by a set and 2-0, they rallied to level the match before triumphing with a 10-6 score in the decisive championship tie-break, marking their third Masters title win as a team.
For Hewett, this victory marked his third Masters singles championship, adding to his wins in 2017 and 2021, and it was his seventh singles title of the year.
“I’m over the moon,” he confessed.
“To be able to declare ‘we did it’ fills me with immense pride — and snatching the Masters singles title concurrently is the cherry on top of an already delightful cake.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Alfie Hewett Wheelchair Tennis
How many singles titles has Alfie Hewett won in 2023?
Alfie Hewett has won a total of seven singles titles in the year 2023.
What ranking did Alfie Hewett achieve by the end of 2023?
By the end of 2023, Alfie Hewett achieved the world number one ranking in wheelchair tennis.
How many Wheelchair Tennis Masters singles titles has Hewett won in his career?
Alfie Hewett has won three Wheelchair Tennis Masters singles titles in his career.
Did Alfie Hewett win any Grand Slam titles in 2023?
Yes, Alfie Hewett won singles titles at both the Australian Open and US Open in 2023.
Which titles did Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid win together in the same week?
Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid won the doubles final at the Wheelchair Tennis Masters together in the same week.
More about Alfie Hewett Wheelchair Tennis
- Alfie Hewett Official ATP Profile
- Wheelchair Tennis Masters
- 2023 Australian Open Wheelchair Championships
- US Open Wheelchair Competition 2023
- Gordon Reid Athlete Profile
- ITF Wheelchair Tennis Rankings
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Saw him and Gordon Reid at the doubles final, those guys can realy turn a match around, heart-stopping stuff!
Fernandez put up a good fight too, must say, tough loss but he’ll come back stronger, vamos Argentina!
these guys are changing the game, the skill level is just through the roof, Masters titles aren’t handed out for free, right?
wow, Alfie Hewett’s absolutely smashing it this year! totally deserves that number 1 spot. What a legend!
is it just me or are wheelchair tennis matches sometimes even more thrilling than the main draw? these athletes are just incredible!
his record is incredible, 7 titles is no joke… and at 25? man, the future’s bright for this one, makes britain proud for sure
didn’t he win the us open too, the guy’s on fire this season, next year’s gonna be epic if he keeps up this form