British Duo Skupski & Johnson Reach 2026 Australian Open Doubles Semi-Finals
The men’s doubles semi-finals of the 2026 Australian Open are shaping up to be an exciting event. British duo Luke Skupski and Austin Johnson triumphed over their Czech opponents to advance, thanks to a strong performance where they won 85% of their first serve points.
Match Highlights
Skupski and Johnson displayed remarkable skill, breaking their rivals three times during the match. Skupski is now on the brink of achieving his third Grand Slam final appearance in just four tournaments. This marks a significant milestone for him, as it is his debut in the semi-finals at Melbourne Park.
Upcoming Challenge
In the semi-finals, they will face a formidable team: Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos, the reigning champions of the French Open and Wimbledon. The stakes are high, and both teams will be aiming for a spot in the finals.
Johnson’s Exceptional Run
Austin Johnson is enjoying a career-defining moment. He is partnering with world No.7 and 2023 Australian Open finalist, Matt Zielinski. Together, they achieved a thrilling victory against the fourth seeds in their last match.
Detailed Match Stats
- Match Duration: 1 hour, 16 minutes
- First Set Tie-Break: Johnson and Zielinski secured a crucial mini break at 5-5
- Second Set: They broke their opponents twice
Home Favorites Await
Skupski and Johnson’s opponents in the upcoming match will be local favorites Jason Kubler and Marc Polmans. The Australian duo defeated the 12th seeds, Sadio Doumbia and Fabien Reboul, with a score of 6-4, 7-6(3).
Match Schedule
The men’s doubles semi-finals are set for early Thursday morning UK time. Key matches include:
- Skupski and Johnson vs. Granollers and Zeballos on the Margaret Court Arena
- Johnson and Zielinski vs. Kubler and Polmans on the Rod Laver Arena
With thrilling matches ahead, the anticipation is building for tennis fans everywhere to witness these exciting encounters at the 2026 Australian Open. Stay tuned for updates on Filmogaz.com.
