Australian pair find redemption and break 28-year drought with US Open crown

09/07/2024 06:03 PM

• Jordan Thompson and Max Purcell beat 10th seeds 6-4 7-6 (7-4)
• First all-Australian duo to win doubles title in New York since 1996

Jordan Thompson and Max Purcell have crowned Australia's spirited US Open campaign with a redemption triumph in the men's doubles final.

The Australian duo outclassed German 10th seeds Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz 6-4 7-6 (7-4) on Saturday (Sunday AEST) to become the first all-Australian pairing to reign in New York since Mark Woodforde and Todd Woodbridge in 1996.