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Hewett and Reid Claim Seventh Straight French Open Wheelchair Doubles Crown

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Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid captured their seventh consecutive French Open wheelchair doubles title, defeating Martin de la Puente and Stephane Houdet 6-2 6-3 in Paris. The British top seeds extended their remarkable dominance at Roland Garros while claiming their 24th Grand Slam championship together.

Hewett and Reid delivered a clinical display, hitting 29 winners compared to their opponents' 14 while winning 55% of points on the Spanish-French duo's first serve. Playing against a partisan crowd supporting home favorite Houdet, the pair showed their experience and quality to secure another landmark victory.

Hewett reflected on their journey, noting how difficult the tournament proved when they first partnered and calling their seven-title streak an exceptional achievement. Reid paid tribute to their long-standing partnership, highlighting how they continue finding new ways to play and enjoy the game together.

The win came during wheelchair tennis's 50th anniversary celebrations, with both players acknowledging the sport's remarkable progress. Reid pointed to interviews with the sport's pioneers who marvel at how far wheelchair tennis has advanced, while Hewett called the atmosphere and achievement an absolute pleasure for the sport's continued growth.