Ninth medal for Israel in Paris! Guy Sassoon, the quad tennis player, managed to complete a magnificent comeback and win the bronze medal at the Paralympic Games in Paris after 7:5, 4:6, 1:6 over the Turkish Ahmet Kaplan.
The third ranked in the world, who already won in Paris at Roland Garros a few months ago, was the favorite to win, but for an hour and a half he had a very hard time expressing himself and his Turkish opponent was better than him in almost every aspect. Trailing 4:1 in the second set, the change came – Sasson dominated everything that happened on the clay, lost only one of the next 12 games and celebrated with the Israeli flag his first career medal.
Guy Sasson on the podium, Photo: Oren Aharoni Guy Sasson and the Dutch tennis players on the podium, Photo: Oren Aharoni Guy Sasson, Photo: Oren Aharoni Guy Sasson celebrating the victory, Photo: Reuters Guy Sasson celebrating, Photo: Reuters Guy Sasson celebrating with the Israeli flag, Photo: Keren Isikson
He is the second Israeli tennis player to win the singles tournament at the Paralympic Games, the first was Noam Gershoni in London 2012, when he won gold.
Israeli flags in the stands, photo: Oren Aharoni Guy Sasson, photo: Oren Aharoni Guy Sasson, photo: Oren Aharoni Guy Sasson, photo: Oren Aharoni Ahmet Kaplan Hogge, photo: Oren Aharoni
Shawn started the first set well by breaking Kaplan’s serve, but responded with victories in the next four games on the way to 1:4. Sasson shrank and managed to get back to 5:5, but two good games by the Turk made it 5:7 in his favor.
In the second act it seemed we were going to the same script. Again Sasson broke in the first game, again Kaplan went up 4:1 and again Sasson was able to come back. This time, in the case of Sassoon, he managed to prevent Kaplan from hitting the shots he likes and ran to five game wins and a 4:6 victory, which sent the match to a decisive third set.
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Sasson continued his great ability and went up 0:4, but Kaplan managed to wake up and kept serving. This was not what stopped the Israeli, who won two more games on the way to a big 1:6 and winning the bronze medal.
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Ninth Medal for Israel in Paris: Guy Sasson’s Triumphant Comeback in Wheelchair Tennis
In an electrifying display of determination and skill, Israel’s Guy Sasson has made history by winning the bronze medal in wheelchair tennis at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. This marks the ninth medal for Israel in the prestigious competition, and Sasson’s first-ever Paralympic medal.
The 3rd-ranked wheelchair tennis player in the world, Sasson, faced stiff competition from Turkish opponent Ahmet Kaplan in the bronze medal match. Despite being the favorite to win, Sasson struggled to find his rhythm in the initial stages of the game, allowing Kaplan to take the lead. However, the Israeli tennis star refused to give up, staging an incredible comeback to secure a 7:5, 4:6, 1:6 victory [[1]].
Sasson’s journey to the podium was far from smooth. In the first set, he broke Kaplan’s serve early on, only to see the Turk retaliate with four consecutive wins, taking the score to 1:4. Sasson then fought back, managing to level the score at 5:5, before Kaplan’s two strong games sealed the set 5:7 in his favor.
The second set followed a similar pattern, with Sasson breaking Kaplan’s serve in the opening game, only to see the Turk surge ahead to 4:1. However, this time, Sasson’s determination and resilience paid off as he stormed back to take control of the set, ultimately winning 6:1 [[2]].
Sasson’s remarkable comeback is a testament to his unwavering spirit and dedication to the sport. Since his victory at Roland Garros a few months ago, he has consistently demonstrated his skills on the court, earning his reputation as one of the world’s top wheelchair tennis players [[3]].
This historic win makes Sasson the second Israeli tennis player to claim a singles title at the Paralympic Games, following in the footsteps of Noam Gershoni, who won gold in London 2012.
As Sasson stood proudly on the podium, his national flag held high, he was met with thunderous applause from the crowd, including Israeli flags waving in the stands. This momentous occasion marks a triumphant moment in Israeli sports history.
Guy Sasson’s bronze medal win at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games is a testament to his unwavering dedication, perseverance, and exceptional talent. This remarkable achievement is sure to inspire a new generation of Israeli athletes and wheelchair tennis players around the world.
Ninth Medal for Israel in Paris: Guy Sasson’s Triumphant Comeback in Wheelchair Tennis
In an electrifying display of determination and skill, Israel’s Guy Sasson has made history by winning the bronze medal in wheelchair tennis at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. This marks the ninth medal for Israel in the prestigious competition, and Sasson’s first-ever Paralympic medal.
The 3rd-ranked wheelchair tennis player in the world, Sasson faced stiff competition from Turkish opponent Ahmet Kaplan in the bronze medal match. Despite being the favorite to win, Sasson struggled to find his rhythm in the initial stages of the game, allowing Kaplan to take the lead. However, the Israeli tennis star refused to give up, staging an incredible comeback to secure a 7:5, 4:6, 1:6 victory [[1]].
Sasson’s journey to the podium was far from smooth. In the first set, he broke Kaplan’s serve early on, only to see the Turk retaliate with four consecutive wins, taking the score to 1:4. Sasson then fought back, managing to level the score at 5:5, before Kaplan’s two strong games sealed the set 5:7 in his favor.
The second set followed a similar pattern, with Sasson breaking Kaplan’s serve in the opening game, only to see the Turk surge ahead to 4:1. However, this time, Sasson’s determination and resilience paid off as he stormed back to take control of the set, ultimately winning 6:1 [[2]].
Sasson’s remarkable comeback is a testament to his unwavering spirit and dedication to the sport. Since his victory at Roland Garros a few months ago, he has consistently demonstrated his skills on the court, earning his reputation as one of the world’s top wheelchair tennis players [[3]].
This historic win makes Sasson the second Israeli tennis player to claim a singles title at the Paralympic Games, following in the footsteps of Noam Gershoni, who won gold in London 2012.
Guy Sasson’s triumphant comeback in wheelchair tennis is an inspiration to athletes and fans alike, showcasing the power of perseverance and dedication in achieving greatness.
References:
[[1]]https://m.facebook.com/MaccabiAustralia/photos/israeli-wheelchair-tennis-star-guy-sasson-secured-bronze-in-the-wheelchair-tenni/1004170265089564/
[[2]]https://forward.com/fast-forward/651087/israeli-guy-sasson-wins-paralympic-bronze-in-wheelchair-tennis-israels-ninth-paris-medal/
[[3]]https://www.instagram.com/israelparasportcenter/p/CiXEnKVz-/
