John Peers, left, and Henri Kontinen hoisted their trophy after beating Bob and Mike Bryan – who sought a record 17th Grand Slam title – in the men’s doubles final at the Australian Open. – Henri Kontinen and John Peers captured the men’s doubles title at the Australian Open on Saturday, thwarting Bob and Mike Bryan’s attempt to win a record-equaling 17th Grand Slam title.
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Germany’s Angelique Kerber makes a backhand return to United States’ Coco Vandeweghe during their fourth round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017. Germany’s Angelique Kerber makes a backhand return to United States’ Coco Vandeweghe during their fourth round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017.
Bryan brothers still in winning form
BOB Bryan was even serious when he talked about the legendary Bryan brothers being under the radar for the doubles crown at the Australian Open. Identical twins Bob and Mike may have slipped to No.3 in the world rankings, but sorry Bob, any attempt to claim the underdog tag is wasted.