Harrison and Skupski win US Open men's doubles title
On September 12, Christian Harrison and Neal Skupski claimed the U.S. Open men's doubles title by defeating Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz with a score of 6-4, 7-6(6). The reigning Australian Open champions started strongly, capturing the first set after Harrison executed a powerful two-handed backhand return winner, securing a 4-3 lead. The American-British pair maintained their advantage by holding serve throughout the rest of the set, ultimately winning it 6-4.
Their German counterparts made a comeback in the second set, leading 3-2. However, Skupski and Harrison responded with determination, leveling the score at 3-3. The duo pushed forward, reaching a 4-3 advantage and a 5-4 point lead after saving a set point. With the sun in his eyes during a critical five-point game, Harrison held firm, forcing his opponent into an error.
This led to Skupski sealing the victory with a return that prompted an error from Krawietz, giving the pair their second Grand Slam doubles title of the year.
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