By David Gold

alex jewitt_18-10-11October 21 - Alex Jewitt (pictured) and Louise Hunt dominated the final day of the Esporta Cardiff Wheelchair Tennis Tournament, with the duo retaining their singles and doubles titles.


Jewitt defeated upcoming British talent Josh Steels 6-0, 6-2 in the semi-finals, to set up a clash with second seed Daniel Caverzaschi of Spain.

A tough encounter was eventually won in straight sets by the reigning champion, 6-3, 6-4, and he was delighted to claim the title.

"It was a good win for me," said Jewitt.

"It's been a few months since my last tournament win, so to retain both titles, is extra pleasing.

"Dani's had some good results this year and so I knew it was going to be a tough and tight match, but thought that if I could execute my game plan I'd win.

"I felt I didn't find top gear, but served well and was able to back it up with good play at the back of the court."

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Hunt had a smoother ride in her final, where she won in straight sets against 16-year-old Lauren Jones, who had enjoyed a remarkable run, 6-1, 6-2.

Jewitt teamed up with another British prospect, Dermot Bailey, to take the doubles title with a 6-1, 6-0 win over Steels and Edward Holt.

Jones and Hunt joined forces in the women's doubles to ease to a 6-1, 6-1 success against Debbie Brazier and Laura Coteman.

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