World · Singapore Bureau
Harrison and Skupski claim U.S. Open men's doubles crown
American Christian Harrison and British player Neal Skupski secured the U.S. Open men's doubles title on Saturday, defeating Germany's Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz in a closely contested final.
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Harrison and Skupski prevailed 6-4, 7-6(6) in the championship match held at the U.S. Open tennis tournament. The victory marks a significant achievement for the unlikely pairing, who demonstrated strong form throughout the competition to reach the final.
The decisive second set went to a tiebreaker, where Harrison and Skupski edged out their opponents in a tense encounter. The American-British duo broke through after a closely fought contest that saw both teams trading momentum.
The triumph adds to the growing list of champions crowned at this year's U.S. Open, one of tennis's four Grand Slam tournaments. Harrison's success in the doubles competition highlights the competitive depth of the men's game beyond the singles draw.
With the title secured, Harrison and Skupski join an elite group of doubles champions at Flushing Meadows. The partnership's strong performance underscores the unpredictability and excitement that characterizes professional doubles tennis at the highest level.