What tennis event is the main subject of this document?

This document primarily details the Men's doubles event of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships, which is a significant professional tennis tournament.

Who were the champions of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles?

The champions of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles were Jonas Björkman from Sweden and Todd Woodbridge from Australia. They secured the title by winning the final match.

Who were the runners-up in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles?

The runners-up in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles were Mark Knowles from The Bahamas and Daniel Nestor from Canada. They competed in the final match against the eventual champions.

What was the final score of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles match?

The final score of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles match was 6–1, 6–2, 6–7^(7–9), 7–5. This indicates that the match was won in four sets, with one set decided by a tie-break.

Who were the defending champions of the Men's doubles title at the 2002 Wimbledon Championships?

The defending champions for the Men's doubles title at the 2002 Wimbledon Championships were Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer. They had won the title in the previous year.

How did the defending champions, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, perform in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships?

The defending champions, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, advanced to the semifinals of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships, where they were defeated by Jonas Björkman and Todd Woodbridge.

How many seeded pairs participated in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles tournament?

There were 16 seeded pairs participating in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles tournament. Seeded players or teams are those ranked higher and are placed in the draw to ensure top competitors do not meet in early rounds.

What was the total size of the draw for the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles event?

The total size of the draw for the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles event was 64 teams. This included 4 qualifiers (Q) and 6 wild cards (WC), which are special entries granted by the tournament.

What does 'Q' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'Q' signifies a Qualifier. Qualifiers are players or teams who have earned their spot in the main draw by winning matches in a preliminary qualifying tournament.

What does 'WC' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'WC' signifies a Wild Card. Wild cards are players or teams who receive direct entry into the main draw at the discretion of the tournament organizers, often based on their potential or popularity.

What does 'LL' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'LL' signifies a Lucky Loser. A lucky loser is a player or team who lost in the final round of qualifying but gains entry into the main draw due to a withdrawal by another player or team.

What does 'Alt' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'Alt' signifies an Alternate. An alternate is a player or team who gains entry into the main draw if a spot becomes available due to a withdrawal, typically based on their ranking or position on an alternate list.

What does 'ITF' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'ITF' signifies an ITF entry. This refers to players or teams who gain entry based on their performance in International Tennis Federation (ITF) tournaments, which are often lower-tier professional events.

What does 'PR' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'PR' signifies a Protected Ranking. A protected ranking allows a player who has been sidelined by injury for an extended period to enter tournaments using a ranking they held before their injury, once they return to competition.

What does 'SR' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'SR' signifies a Special Ranking. This is similar to a protected ranking, allowing players who have been out due to injury to re-enter tournaments at a level commensurate with their previous standing.

What does 'SE' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'SE' signifies a Special Exempt. A special exempt is a player who is unable to play in a qualifying event because they are still competing in another tournament, and are granted direct entry into the main draw.

What does 'JE' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'JE' signifies a Junior Exempt. This allows top-ranked junior players to gain direct entry into professional tournaments without having to go through qualifying or having a high enough professional ranking.

What does 'JR' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'JR' signifies a Junior Accelerator Programme entrant. This program is designed to help promising junior players transition into the professional circuit.

What does 'CO' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'CO' signifies a College Accelerator Programme entrant. This program supports college tennis players in their transition to professional tennis.

What does 'NG' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'NG' signifies a Next Gen Accelerator Program entrant. This program is typically associated with the ATP's initiative to promote rising young stars in men's tennis.

What does 'w/o' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'w/o' signifies a Walkover. A walkover occurs when a player or team wins a match because their opponent is unable to play, often due to injury or withdrawal before the match begins.

What does 'r' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'r' signifies Retired. This indicates that a player or team stopped playing during a match, usually due to injury, and thus forfeited the match.

What does 'd' signify in the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key?

In the context of the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles draw key, 'd' signifies Defaulted. A default occurs when a player or team is disqualified from a match, often due to a violation of rules or conduct, resulting in an automatic loss.

Which seeded pair was the first seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The first seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, both from the United States. They advanced to the semifinals of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the second seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and what was their final result?

The second seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Mark Knowles from The Bahamas and Daniel Nestor from Canada. They reached the final of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the third seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The third seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Mahesh Bhupathi from India and Max Mirnyi from Belarus. They advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the fourth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The fourth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Wayne Black and Kevin Ullyett, both from Zimbabwe. They advanced to the second round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the fifth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and what was their achievement?

The fifth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Jonas Björkman from Sweden and Todd Woodbridge from Australia. They were the champions of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the sixth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The sixth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan, both from the United States. They advanced to the semifinals of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the seventh seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The seventh seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Martin Damm and Cyril Suk, both from the Czech Republic. They advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the eighth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The eighth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was David Prinosil from Germany and David Rikl from the Czech Republic. They advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the ninth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The ninth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Paul Haarhuis from the Netherlands and Yevgeny Kafelnikov from Russia. They advanced to the third round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the tenth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The tenth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Jiří Novák and Radek Štěpánek, both from the Czech Republic. They advanced to the second round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the eleventh seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The eleventh seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Ellis Ferreira from South Africa and Rick Leach from the United States. They advanced to the second round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the twelfth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The twelfth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Joshua Eagle and Sandon Stolle, both from Australia. They advanced to the third round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the thirteenth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and what was their outcome?

The thirteenth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Michaël Llodra and Fabrice Santoro, both from France. They retired in the first round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the fourteenth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The fourteenth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Julien Boutter from France and Sjeng Schalken from the Netherlands. They advanced to the third round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the fifteenth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and how far did they advance?

The fifteenth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Brian MacPhie from the United States and Nenad Zimonjić from the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. They advanced to the third round of the tournament.

Which seeded pair was the sixteenth seed in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles and what was their outcome?

The sixteenth seeded pair in the 2002 Wimbledon Championships Men's doubles was Lucas Arnold Ker and Gastón Etlis, both from Argentina. They lost in the first round of the tournament.

What was the score of the quarterfinal match between the first seed, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, and the seventh seed, Martin Damm and Cyril Suk?

In the quarterfinals, the first seeded pair, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, defeated the seventh seeded pair, Martin Damm and Cyril Suk, with scores: Set 1: 7^(7)–6^(2), Set 2: 6–4, Set 3: 6–4.

What was the score of the quarterfinal match between the fifth seed, Jonas Björkman and Todd Woodbridge, and the third seed, Mahesh Bhupathi and Max Mirnyi?

In the quarterfinals, the fifth seeded pair, Jonas Björkman and Todd Woodbridge, defeated the third seeded pair, Mahesh Bhupathi and Max Mirnyi, with scores: Set 1: 6–2, Set 2: 6–3, Set 3: 6–4.

What was the score of the quarterfinal match between the sixth seed, Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan, and Andrew Florent and David Macpherson?

In the quarterfinals, the sixth seeded pair, Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan, defeated Andrew Florent and David Macpherson with scores: Set 1: 7^(8)–6^(6), Set 2: 7–5, Set 3: 3–6, Set 4: 6–0.

What was the score of the quarterfinal match between the second seed, Mark Knowles and Daniel Nestor, and the eighth seed, David Prinosil and David Rikl?

In the quarterfinals, the second seeded pair, Mark Knowles and Daniel Nestor, defeated the eighth seeded pair, David Prinosil and David Rikl, with scores: Set 1: 6^(1)–7^(7), Set 2: 6–4, Set 3: 6–4, Set 4: 6–2.

What was the score of the semifinal match between the first seed, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, and the fifth seed, Jonas Björkman and Todd Woodbridge?

In the semifinals, the fifth seeded pair, Jonas Björkman and Todd Woodbridge, defeated the first seeded pair, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, with scores: Set 1: 7–5, Set 2: 4–6, Set 3: 6^(3)–7^(7), Set 4: 7–5, Set 5: 6–2.

What was the score of the semifinal match between the sixth seed, Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan, and the second seed, Mark Knowles and Daniel Nestor?

In the semifinals, the second seeded pair, Mark Knowles and Daniel Nestor, defeated the sixth seeded pair, Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan, with scores: Set 1: 7^(8)–6^(4), Set 2: 7–6^(5), Set 3: 7^(7)–6^(4).

What was the score of the first round match between the first seed, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, and the qualifier pair Karol Beck and Jaroslav Levinský?

In the first round, the first seeded pair, Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer, defeated the qualifier pair Karol Beck and Jaroslav Levinský with scores: Set 1: 6–0, Set 2: 6–2, Set 3: 3–6, Set 4: 7^(7)–6^(2).

What was the score of the first round match where Alexander Waske and Lovro Zovko defeated Jonathan Erlich and Daniel Orsanic?

In the first round, Alexander Waske and Lovro Zovko defeated Jonathan Erlich and Daniel Orsanic with scores: Set 1: 6–3, Set 2: 7^(7)–6^(5), Set 3: 6–3.

What was the score of the first round match where Karsten Braasch and Rainer Schüttler defeated the wild card pair Jonathan Marray and David Sherwood?

In the first round, Karsten Braasch and Rainer Schüttler defeated the wild card pair Jonathan Marray and David Sherwood with scores: Set 1: 6–4, Set 2: 7^(7)–6^(4), Set 3: 6–3.

What was the score of the first round match where Neville Godwin and Vladimir Voltchkov defeated the sixteenth seed Lucas Arnold Ker and Gastón Etlis?

In the first round, Neville Godwin and Vladimir Voltchkov defeated the sixteenth seeded pair Lucas Arnold Ker and Gastón Etlis with scores: Set 1: 7–5, Set 2: 6–4, Set 3: 7–5.

What was the score of the first round match where the qualifier pair Amir Hadad and Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi defeated Martín Rodríguez and Tom Vanhoudt?

In the first round, the qualifier pair Amir Hadad and Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi defeated Martín Rodríguez and Tom Vanhoudt with scores: Set 1: 7–5, Set 2: 7^(7)–6^(5), Set 3: 7^(7)–6^(2).

What was the score of the first round match where Julian Knowle and Michael Kohlmann defeated Andrei Pavel and Jeff Tarango?

In the first round, Julian Knowle and Michael Kohlmann defeated Andrei Pavel and Jeff Tarango with scores: Set 1: 6–3, Set 2: 6–1, Set 3: 7^(7)–6^(3).

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Tournament Overview

The Champions: Björkman & Woodbridge

The Swedish-Australian duo of Jonas Björkman and Todd Woodbridge clinched the Gentlemen's Doubles title. Entering the tournament as the 5th seed, they navigated a challenging draw, culminating in a hard-fought four-set victory in the final. This victory marked a significant achievement for both players, particularly for Woodbridge, who further solidified his legacy as one of the great doubles players of his era.

The Finalists: Knowles & Nestor

Mark Knowles of The Bahamas and Daniel Nestor of Canada entered as the formidable 2nd seed and lived up to their high ranking. They showcased exceptional form throughout the tournament, reaching the final without dropping many sets. Their powerful performance in the championship match, especially in the third-set tiebreak, made for a compelling and memorable contest against the eventual champions.

Defending Champions Dethroned

The top-seeded American pair of Donald Johnson and Jared Palmer were the defending champions. They mounted a strong title defense, advancing to the semifinals. However, their campaign was halted by the eventual winners, Björkman and Woodbridge, in a decisive semifinal clash, preventing them from reaching a second consecutive final at the All England Club.

Top Contenders: The Seeds

Top-Tier Teams (Seeds 1-4)

The highest-ranked pairs were considered the primary contenders for the title:

1. Donald Johnson / Jared Palmer (USA): The defending champions and top seeds, ultimately fell in the semifinals.
2. Mark Knowles (BAH) / Daniel Nestor (CAN): Lived up to their billing by reaching the final.
3. Mahesh Bhupathi (IND) / Max Mirnyi (BLR): A strong team that made a quarterfinal exit.
4. Wayne Black / Kevin Ullyett (ZIM): Suffered an early upset, exiting in the second round.

The Eventual Champions (Seed 5)

Jonas Björkman (SWE) and Todd Woodbridge (AUS) were seeded 5th. Their journey to the title required them to overcome top-tier competition, including the defending champions, proving that their seeding perhaps understated their prowess on grass. Their victory was a testament to their experience and synergy as a doubles pair.

American Powerhouses (Seed 6)

The dynamic American twin brothers, Bob and Mike Bryan, were seeded 6th. Known for their energetic style and exceptional teamwork, they advanced to the semifinals, where they were defeated by the 2nd seeds, Knowles and Nestor. Their deep run signaled their rising dominance in the world of men's doubles.

International Challengers (Seeds 7-8)

Rounding out the top eight seeds were two formidable European teams:

7. Martin Damm / Cyril Suk (CZE): The Czech duo reached the quarterfinals before being eliminated by the top seeds.
8. David Prinosil (GER) / David Rikl (CZE): Also made a quarterfinal appearance, falling to the eventual runners-up.

The Championship Match

Match Analysis

The final between the 5th seeds, Björkman and Woodbridge, and the 2nd seeds, Knowles and Nestor, was a tale of shifting momentum. Björkman and Woodbridge started explosively, dominating the first two sets with commanding scores of 6–1 and 6–2. They appeared to be cruising towards a straight-sets victory.

However, Knowles and Nestor mounted a fierce comeback in the third set, demonstrating their resilience. They pushed the set to a tense tiebreak, which they narrowly won 9–7, stealing the set and extending the match. The fourth set was a tightly contested affair, with both teams holding serve under pressure. Ultimately, the experience of Björkman and Woodbridge shone through as they secured a crucial break to win the set 7–5 and claim the Wimbledon title.

Final Score Breakdown

The final score reflects the match's distinct phases: initial dominance, a spirited fightback, and a tense conclusion.

Set	🇸🇪 Björkman / 🇦🇺 Woodbridge (5)	🇧🇸 Knowles / 🇨🇦 Nestor (2)
1	6	1
2	6	2
3	6⁽⁷⁾	7⁽⁹⁾
4	7	5

Tournament Draw

Path to the Final Four

The draw featured 64 teams, including 16 seeds, battling through six rounds. The final stages of the tournament saw the top-seeded teams clash in high-stakes encounters. Explore the quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final match in detail below.

Stage	Winner	Loser	Score
Quarterfinals	(1) Johnson / Palmer	(7) Damm / Suk	7–6^(7–2), 6–4, 6–4
	(5) Björkman / Woodbridge	(3) Bhupathi / Mirnyi	6–2, 6–3, 6–4
	(6) Bryan / Bryan	Florent / Macpherson	7–6^(8–6), 7–5, 3–6, 6–0
	(2) Knowles / Nestor	(8) Prinosil / Rikl	7–6^(7–1), 6–4, 6–4, 6–2
Semifinals	(5) Björkman / Woodbridge	(1) Johnson / Palmer	7–5, 4–6, 6–7^(3–7), 7–5, 6–2
Semifinals	(2) Knowles / Nestor	(6) Bryan / Bryan	7–6^(7–4), 7–6^(7–5), 7–6^(7–4)
Final	(5) Björkman / Woodbridge	(2) Knowles / Nestor	6–1, 6–2, 6–7^(7–9), 7–5

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