Tokito Oda Wins Gold at Paris 2024, Becomes Youngest Men's Wheelchair Singles Champion

Sep 7, 2024, 03:04 PM

Japanese wheelchair tennis player Tokito Oda has become the youngest men's wheelchair singles champion in Paralympics history at 18 years old. Oda won the gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games after defeating top seed Alfie Hewett in a thrilling final with scores of 6-2, 4-6, 7-5. Hewett, who recovered from an injury in the first game and fought back to take the match to a decider, ultimately fell short despite having a match point and serving for the title. This historic victory, broadcast live on Channel 4, adds to Oda's impressive achievements in wheelchair tennis.