Aussie doubles duo Jordan Thompson and Matt Purcell are through to back-to-back grand slam deciders, and it could come with a life-changing pay day.
The pair defeated Americans Nathaniel Lammons and Jackson Withrow 6-4 7-6 (7-4) in the semi final of the US Open, earning a chance to redeem themselves after Wimbledon heartbreak.
Thompson and Purcell failed to convert two match points at the All England Club, losing to Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara.
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However, they could land a maiden title together after the win at Louis Armstrong Stadium.
“Unbelievable … that (Wimbledon) was a heartbreak so they would love to get another opportunity here to win a grand slam. They’ve been quite a pair, haven’t they?,” Jelena Dokic said on Nine’s coverage.
If the two are able to win the final, Thompson could earn a $1 million (AUD) pay day from his work at Flushing Meadows.
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In the singles, Thompson reached the round of 16, eventually losing to Alex de Minaur. His run will earn him $482,000 (AUD).
If the 30-year-old and Purcell win, they’ll split a $1.13m purse.
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