Krawietz and Pütz Advance to Hamburg Open Quarterfinals After Thriller

Kevin Krawietz and Tim Pütz have secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Hamburg European Open after a thrilling round of 16 match against the American duo Evan King and Christian Harrison. In a contest that was evenly matched for long stretches, the German pair kept their composure and emerged victorious with a score of 7–5, 6–7(6), 10–8 in the match tiebreak.

Krawietz and Pütz showcased their class in the first set, clinching it with a late break. The second set was even tighter and was decided in a tiebreak, which King and Harrison narrowly won. In the decisive match tiebreak, the German duo demonstrated nerves of steel to edge out their opponents 10–8.

Statistically, the match was very balanced: both teams served solidly, with Krawietz and Pütz slightly ahead with three aces. The Germans converted two of their eight break points, while their opponents capitalized on one of two. Overall, Krawietz and Pütz won 83 points compared to King and Harrison’s 80 – a testament to how closely contested the match was. Awaiting them in the quarterfinals is a top-tier doubles team: Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski. The British pair are among the best in the world, known for their strong coordination and reliable net play. For Krawietz and Pütz, maintaining stability on serve and winning key points at the net will be crucial. It promises to be a high-quality and tightly contested match.