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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
George Sessions

Alfie Hewett loses thriller as Shingo Kunieda wins elusive Wimbledon title

PA Wire

Alfie Hewett’s pursuit of a maiden Wimbledon wheelchair singles title ended in heartbreak after Shingo Kunieda fought back to edge an epic final in three sets.

The 24-year-old was within touching distance of victory on four occasions but failed to serve out and eventually suffered a 4-6 7-5 7-6 (5) defeat to the Japanese ace who completed the last leg of the Golden Slam.

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