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Wimbledon 2024: Patten and Heliovaara secure Wimbledon men's doubles title in epic final

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Xtra Time Web Desk: In a gripping showdown on Centre Court, Britain's Henry Patten and Finland's Harri Heliovaara clinched their maiden Grand Slam title by defeating Australians Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson in a marathon Wimbledon 2024 men's doubles final. The unseeded duo emerged victorious with a hard-fought 6-7(7), 7-6(8), 7-6(11-9) triumph that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.

Patten and Heliovaara, who formed their partnership just three months ago, navigated through a challenging draw, dispatching several seeded pairs en route to the final. Their opponents, Purcell and Thompson, also showcased exceptional form throughout the tournament, notably eliminating top seeds Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos in the semifinals.

The final proved to be a showcase of elite serving prowess, as neither team conceded a break of serve throughout the entire match. Each set culminated in a tension-filled tiebreak, with Patten and Heliovaara displaying remarkable resilience under pressure. The pivotal moment came in the second set, where the British-Finnish pair saved three championship points to force a decisive third set.

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After nearly three hours of intense play, Patten, a former Wimbledon statistician turned player, and his emotional Finnish partner sealed victory on their own championship point. The crowd erupted in applause as the duo celebrated their historic achievement, which marks a significant milestone for both players in their careers.

"It couldn't have been a closer match. I'm still trying to process it all," said an overwhelmed Patten in his post-match interview. Heliovaara, visibly moved by the win, added, "The tears say it all, it's very emotional. Sometimes, you need a bit of luck to win a tennis match."

For Patten, whose previous best at a Grand Slam was reaching the third round, and Heliovaara, who had twice made quarterfinal appearances, this victory represents a crowning moment in their doubles journey. Their triumph underscores the unpredictable and thrilling nature of Wimbledon's doubles competition, leaving an indelible mark on this year's tournament.