The Winston-Salem Open 2025 men’s doubles semifinal delivered high drama and thrilling rallies, as Brazil’s Rafael Matos and Marcelo Melo battled past the second-seeded pair of Yuki Bhambri and Michael Venus in a match that went down to the wire.
After losing the opening set in a close tiebreak, the Brazilian duo regrouped and came out strong in the second, breaking early and forcing a decider. The match tiebreak turned into a nail-biting contest, with both pairs saving multiple match points. Eventually, Matos and Melo held their nerve to seal a stunning 6(4)-7, 6-2, 13-11 victory, booking their place in the final.
Semifinal Result
- Marcelo Melo / Rafael Matos (BRA) def. Yuki Bhambri (IND) / Michael Venus (NZL, 2nd seed) — 6(4)-7, 6-2, 13-11
Why It Matters
- Resilient Comeback: From a set down, Matos and Melo showed grit to turn the match around.
- Big Stage for Brazil: The victory sends them into the Winston-Salem Open doubles final, with momentum on their side.
- Finals Ahead: They will now challenge the third-seeded pairing for the title, setting up an exciting championship clash just before the US Open.
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