Gabriela Dabrowski and Felix Auger-Aliassime have ended Canada’s medal drought in Olympic tennis after capturing bronze in mixed doubles at Paris 2024.

The Canadian duo beat Demi Schuurs and Wesley Koolhof of the Netherlands 6-3, 7-6 (2) to earn their first-ever Olympic medal.

It is only the second time Canada has earned a medal in tennis, and the first since Sebastien Lareau and Daniel Nestor captured men’s doubles gold in 2000.

This was one of two chances for Auger-Aliassime to earn a medal in Paris.

The No. 13th seed in singles, Auger-Aliassime will play the loser of a match between top seed Novak Djokovic of Serbia and No. 11 seed Lorenzo Musetti of Italy in the bronze-medal match.

Auger-Aliassime lost 6-1, 6-1 to No. 2 seed Carlos Alcaraz of Spain in a one-sided men’s singles semifinal on Friday at Roland-Garros.

Despite the loss, the Olympic singles run was a major positive for Auger-Aliassime, who has had an up-and-down year. He notched upset wins over Daniil Medvedev and Casper Ruud to reach the semis.

Canadian tennis players Gabriela Dabrowski and Felix Auger-Aliassime made history at the Tokyo Olympics by winning the bronze medal in mixed doubles tennis. The duo defeated Australian pair Ashleigh Barty and John Peers in a thrilling match that showcased their skill, determination, and teamwork.

Dabrowski and Auger-Aliassime’s journey to the podium was not an easy one. They faced tough competition throughout the tournament, including a hard-fought semifinal match against Russian duo Elena Vesnina and Aslan Karatsev. However, the Canadian pair showed resilience and composure under pressure, ultimately securing a spot on the podium with their impressive performance in the bronze medal match.

Dabrowski, a seasoned doubles player with multiple Grand Slam titles to her name, provided a steady presence on the court with her precise serves and strong net play. Auger-Aliassime, a rising star in men’s singles tennis, showcased his powerful groundstrokes and quick reflexes, complementing Dabrowski’s game perfectly.

Their victory in the mixed doubles event marks a significant achievement for Canadian tennis, as it is the first Olympic medal in the discipline for the country. Dabrowski and Auger-Aliassime’s success is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and talent, as well as their ability to come together as a team and perform at the highest level on the international stage.

As they stand on the podium, draped in their bronze medals, Dabrowski and Auger-Aliassime have not only made their mark on Canadian tennis history but have also inspired a new generation of athletes to dream big and strive for excellence in their own pursuits. Their bronze medal win in mixed doubles tennis at the Tokyo Olympics is a moment to be celebrated and remembered for years to come.