Australian Duo Claims Historic Tennis Gold at Olympics

Matt Ebden and John Peers secured Australia's second tennis gold medal by defeating the U.S. team of Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram in the 2024 Olympics men's doubles final. This victory comes after a remarkable comeback and follows Australia's first gold in this category at the 1996 Atlanta Games.

Matt Ebden and John Peers clinched Australia's second tennis gold medal in Olympic history by overcoming the U.S. team of Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram. The Australian duo triumphed 6-7 (6), 7-6 (1), 10-8 in a thrilling 2024 Games men's doubles final on Saturday, using a first-to-10, win-by-two tiebreaker to resolve the match.

Ebden and Peers mounted an impressive comeback, trailing by a set and 4-2 in the second before breaking Ram's serve. Their victory echoes the 1996 Atlanta Games, where Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde first won gold for Australia in men's doubles tennis.

After the win, Peers' and Ebden's families joined them on the court for celebratory moments, while their opponents Krajicek and Ram, despite their earlier victories, settled for silver. Ebden's journey included an early singles match against Novak Djokovic, highlighting his diverse Olympic experience.

(With inputs from agencies.)