Krawietz and Pütz Forced to Exit Hamburg Open Early

At the 2025 Hamburg European Open, the German doubles team of Kevin Krawietz and Tim Pütz made headlines – though not for the sporting success they had hoped for. The duo, who entered the tournament as defending champions, initially delivered a strong performance in the round of 16. In a thrilling match, they defeated Evan King and Christian Harrison 7–5, 6–7 (6), 10–8 to earn a well-deserved spot in the quarterfinals.

There, they were set to face the British top team of Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski, known for their cohesive play and strong net presence. However, the highly anticipated clash never took place: Tim Pütz had to withdraw at short notice due to injury. As a result, the match was awarded to Salisbury and Skupski by walkover. No official details have yet been released regarding the nature or severity of the injury, leaving room for speculation.

The early exit is especially bitter for Krawietz and Pütz, who entered the tournament with high expectations as defending champions. Pütz’s injury also raises questions about his availability for upcoming major events – particularly with Wimbledon and the French Open just around the corner. In the long term, however, the duo remains a formidable force in international men’s doubles. Their playing style – characterized by powerful serves, strong coordination, and aggressive net play – continues to make them a dangerous opponent on the ATP Tour. The key now will be how quickly Pütz can recover from his injury and whether the team can return to top form in time.