Neal Skupski’s Quest for US Open Glory: British Doubles Star Reaches Another Major Final

Path to the Final

British tennis stars Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski have secured their spot in their second Grand Slam final of the 2025 season, achieving this feat after a compelling victory over Michael Venus and Yuki Bhambri in the semifinals.

Semifinal Drama

The semifinal match was a tense affair from the start, with the Brits showing their resilience by fighting back from a break down in the opening set to force a tie-break. Though their opponents, Venus and Bhambri, maintained pressure and established an early lead in the second set, breaking ahead to a 3-1 advantage.

The British pair demonstrated their championship mettle when it mattered most. After saving a crucial break point in the fifth game, they mounted their comeback. A particularly noteworthy moment came when Skupski delivered a powerful forehand that proved too much for Venus to handle, helping the British duo level the score at 3-3.

Professional Journey

Skupski’s tennis career has been marked by impressive achievements, including 15 ATP doubles titles and three Grand Slam victories. He has reached the pinnacle of his sport by becoming only the third British player to achieve the world No.1 ranking in doubles, joining the elite company of Jamie Murray and Joe Salisbury.

Looking Ahead

Tennis fans can watch Skupski and Salisbury battle for the US Open men’s doubles title when they face Granollers and Zeballos in the final on Saturday, September 6. Their impressive run at Roland Garros has already improved their ranking, moving them up to seventh in the PIF ATP Live Doubles Teams standings.