The United States beat Australia 53-44 in the Wheelchair Rugby Mixed Open gold medal match during the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games on September 16, 2008.

Will Groulx (L) of the United States battles with Ryley Batt of Australia.

Bryan Kirkland (L) of the United States defends the ball against Cameron Carr of Australia.

Will Groulx (L) of the United States contests with Bryce Alman (R) of Australia.

Player of the United States celebrate.

(BOCOG / Xinhua News Agency September 16, 2008)