Yuki Bhambri (File Photo)
In a closely contested match, Salisbury and Skupski overcame a one-set deficit to win 6(2)-7, 7-6(5), 6-4, advancing to the final at Flushing Meadows. The deciding third set went in favor of the British pair, who secured a 6-4 victory to claim their spot in the final. They began their campaign with a convincing 6-0, 6-3 victory over Marcos Giron and Learner Tien. The Indo-Kiwi combination then eliminated the German team of Tim Putz and Kevin Krawietz in straight sets 6-4, 6-4 in the Round of 16.
However, Salisbury and Skupski staged a comeback, forcing another tie-breaker which they won to level the match. Bhambri and Venus dominated the first set tie-breaker, securing seven points while limiting their opponents to just two points. The second set began with Bhambri and Venus breaking early to take the lead. Bhambri and Venus had shown impressive form throughout the tournament. Their quarterfinal victory came against Mektic and Ram, setting up the semifinal clash with the British pair.
The British pairing of Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski defeated Indian Yuki Bhambri and his partner Michael Venus in the semifinals of the US Open on Friday.