India’s Yuki Bhambri bowed out of the US Open 2025 men’s doubles semifinals in a hard-fought match alongside partner Michael Venus of New Zealand.
The duo lost 7-6(2), 6-7(5), 4-6 to the sixth-seeded British pair Neal Skupski and Joe Salisbury in a thrilling contest that showcased Bhambri’s resilience and rising stature in the doubles circuit.
Despite the defeat, Bhambri etched his name in history as only the fourth Indian man in the Open era to reach a Grand Slam doubles semifinal, joining legends Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi, and Rohan Bopanna. Their impressive run included victories over higher-seeded teams such as Tim Putz/Kevin Krawietz and Rajeev Ram/Nikola Mektic.
Bhambri, 33, expressed pride in his performance, calling it a “special week” and a “big moment” in his career. After years of battling injuries that derailed his singles journey, this breakthrough marks a potential turning point and promises a boost in rankings and momentum for the rest of the season.
