Alexander Zverev claims first US Open after four-set battle with Ben Shelton
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in four sets to win his first US Open title. The victory marks Zverev's second grand slam win of the year and extends his head-to-head record against Shelton to 6-0.
Why it matters
This result solidifies Zverev's position as a dominant force in professional tennis and highlights his tactical superiority over rising American talent.
Alexander Zverev celebrates with the US Open trophy after beating Ben Shelton. Alexander Zverev celebrates with the US Open trophy after beating Ben Shelton. US Open Tennis 2026 Alexander Zverev claims first US Open after four-set battle with Ben Shelton No 1 seed wins 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2
Prefer the Guardian on Google For a passing moment at the end of a rugged third set, hope sprung anew for Ben Shelton. He had been outserved and outplayed for nearly three hours, but at 6-5 in the third set, one game from defeat, the American finally broke through. He burst into the return game finally pounding his forehand freely and he willed himself into an unexpected fourth set.
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