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Japan's Oda wins men's wheelchair singles title at Wimbledon NHK

Japanese tennis player Oda Tokito has won the men's wheelchair singles title at Wimbledon for the first time. It is his second Grand Slam title following the French Open last month.

17-year-old Oda is ranked number one in the world. He faced second-ranked Alfie Hewett of Britain in the final on Sunday.

Oda took the first set 6-4. He had his second break in the ninth game after a successful drop shot and a backhand shot. He also won the 10th game.

In the second set, Oda overwhelmed Hewett with strong serves and accurate shots and won the set 6-2, winning the match 2-0.

When he clinched the victory, Oda was all smiles and repeatedly raised his hands. He was greeted with loud applause.

Speaking in English on the court, Oda said it is like a dream and he was very happy.

He said he feels like opening a bottle of champagne but cannot do so because he is still 17 years old. He added that he wants to drink sparkling water with his team members.
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Japanese tennis player Oda Tokito, ranked number one globally at 17, won the men's wheelchair singles title at Wimbledon. This is his second Grand Slam title following the French Open last month. Facing second-ranked Alfie Hewett of Britain in the final, he won both sets (6-4, 6-2). Overwhelming
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ID: 32e9ed1b-14d1-44c3-9499-22f4d8789fb6

Category ID: nhk

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20230717_01/

Date: July 17, 2023

Created: 2023/07/17 08:40

Updated: 2025/12/09 01:54

Last Read: 2023/07/17 16:48