US Open 2025: Yuki Bhambri’s Semi-Final Dream Dashed by British Duo

Yuki Bhambri’s journey in the US Open 2025 concluded in the semi-finals of the men’s doubles. Partnered with Michael Venus, the Indian player faced a tough match against Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski of Britain, ultimately losing with a score of 7-6 (7-2), 6-7 (5-7), 4-6 at the Louis Armstrong Stadium in New York. The contest started with both teams showcasing strong serves and engaging in baseline rallies. Despite Bhambri and Venus initially taking the lead, they couldn’t maintain their advantage as the British pair equalized at 5-5. In the second set, the Indo-Kiwi pair nearly broke in the fifth game, but they were unable to capitalize. The British duo took the lead in the sixth game, putting Bhambri and Venus on the defensive, ultimately winning the tiebreak 7-5. In the final set, Sailsbury and Skupski broke Bhambri and Venus’ rhythm, serving out the remainder of the set to secure the win at 6-4 and progress to the final. While Bhambri and Venus’ tournament run ended, their performance was a testament to their teamwork and grit against top-tier competition.