The Skupskis

[Sallydaisy]

Since the brothers are making a habit of partnering one another at the moment (and with titles under their belt) it's worth having a thread for them!

[Sallydaisy]

So, this week Ken and Neal Skupski are playing the Petange E64k Challenger in France.

They won their R1 match 6'0, 6'1 ... must have found a nice patisserie on the way to the event.
:pierre::bakery::breadstick:

More information/discussion on BT.net here: http://britishtennis.activeboard.com/t54897965/week-37-challenger-64000-petange-luxembourg-hard-doubles/

[Sallydaisy]

:trophy::trophy:

Another trophy for the Skupski's!!!
Information per tweet from Steven:

Steven ‏@GBtennis (https://twitter.com/GBtennis) 27m (https://twitter.com/GBtennis/status/379288071167954944) Pétange Ch: Congrats @k_skupski (https://twitter.com/k_skupski) & @nealskupski (https://twitter.com/nealskupski)
on their 3rd Challenger title together in 3 months beating Becker/Kamke GER 63 67(5) 10:7 :-)

[hfwardhouse]

:cheer: :trophy: :cheer:

[Sallydaisy]

The bros' are into another Challenger Final ... this time in Szczecin, Poland.
With a bit of luck younger brother Neal will see his rankings take him into the top 100 soon.

In the Final, approx 5pm UK time, they'll play Italian pair Arnaboldi/Gianessi about whom I know nothing.
Good Luck lads!
:GBflag:

[Sallydaisy]

:trophy:
(3) Ken & Neal Skupski CR 231 d Arnaboldi/Giannessi (ITA) CR 451 by 6-4 1-6 [10-7]
:cheer:

The Skupskis did it again - another Challenger title to their name and a good rise in the rankings come Monday 23rd September. Neal probably to #122 and Ken up 5 to about #82. With a bit of luck they'll get into some ATP250's soon if they keep going at this rate; although it must be said they've not faced very strong opposition over the last few weeks.

[JAMES4578]

Fabulous, well done Ken/Neal!:cheer::cheer:

[hfwardhouse]

:yahoo: :trophy:

[supergran]

:clap::clap::clap::clap:

[Caro]

I remember talking to Ken Skupski at DC in Eastbourne - he was such a nice, down to earth chap. Good to hear that he and his bro are doing well :)

[Bardot]

Ken Skupski playing with Colin Fleming's ex Jonathan Erlich has reached the final of Los Cabos which is his first ATP final since 2011. Some good money and points to be collected. In the final they play Ken's old foes Raja/Sharan who beat Jonny Marray & Adil Shamasdin in the other semi-final.

[Bardot]

Skupski/Erlich lost to Raja/Sharan 6-7(4) 6-7(3). Still an excellent week for Ken and he shares $20,470.

[roytennisfan]

The skupskis won their challenger match in St remy today

[Stell]

The Skupskis lose to Pavic and Venus in Stockholm 7 - 6 (7 - 5), 6 - 4.

[roytennisfan]

The Skupski's won in the Slovak Open ch today 7-5 6-3 against Nedovyesov A./Pavlasek A.

[roytennisfan]

Skupski's won again today 7-5 6-3 v Molchanov D./Zelenay I.

[Alis]

Well done, Guys!

[patlowe]

Posting this here! Hope its the right place! It's an interesting interview with Ken Skupski when he talks about his family, Neal's move to play with Jamie, his college days when he played Isner and lots more. Lasts about 48 minutes.

'Ken Skupski - Dad and Pro Doubles Specialist...'

https://castbox.fm/va/2179765

[lynne]

Really enjoyed that Pat, very interesting, cheers!!

[Sallydaisy]

Instagram post (https://www.instagram.com/p/CNCyQF4gaB5/?igshid=cq3lu7s7rpj) from Ken Skupski ...
:stretcher:

"Hi Everyone

Just a quick update on what's happening.
I arrived home last Monday after a great trip to Mexico.

Early Saturday I started experiencing pains in my right leg
which later got diagnosed as being a blood clot.

I am really disappointed but have to accept my situation
and take the time necessary to recover.

I'm looking forward to getting back playing with Neal as soon as possible.
Take care
Ken"

[Sallydaisy]

New Career High Doubles ranking for Neal Skupski ...
He's up to #16 after that run to the Monte Carlo Final with Dan Evans.
Ken is at #48.

[Sallydaisy]

Much doubling .....
Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram
Jamie Murray partners Ivan Dodig
Ken and Neal Skupski are reunited.

Bruno Soares must still be recovering from appendicitis!

[Sallydaisy]

Much doubling .....
Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram
Jamie Murray partners Ivan Dodig
Ken and Neal Skupski are reunited.

Bruno Soares must still be recovering from appendicitis!

Salisbury/Ram have withdrawn (going to Flushing Meadows to practice ahead of USO). J.Murray/Dodig are no longer on the Entry List (no idea why). There are 2 repairing spots now (as at 14.00, 19/8/21):
https://www.dartsrankings.com/tennis/winston-salem

[Sallydaisy]

Neal Skupski will be returning to the World Team Tennis (https://twitter.com/WorldTeamTennis) tour ...


We are so thrilled to announce that Americans Caroline Dolehide, Steve Johnson, Caty McNally, and 2021 Wimbledon mixed doubles champion Neal Skupski are set to return to WTT for the upcoming season.

That might rule out any ATP Tour events for Neal ... interesting move.

[Sallydaisy]

WINSTON-SALEM DOUBLES
The Skupski's won their R1 match 4'6, 7'6(5), 10'5 against Behar/Escobar.
In the QF they'll face [1] Kubot/Melo.

Since they are the only Brits in this event I'll move the posts to The Skupskis thread.

[Sallydaisy]

[1]Kubot/Melo d Skupskis 1-6, 6-2, 10-7
:sad:

[JAMES4578]

A pity,lools like Kubot/Melo certainly fought back though.