Alexander Zverev overtakes Ben Shelton to win U.S. Open final - NBC News
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton to win the U.S. Open, securing his second Grand Slam title. The victory prevented an American man from winning the tournament, a drought that continues for the home crowd.
Why it matters
The U.S. Open is a major cultural and sporting event; the result highlights the current competitive landscape in professional men's tennis.
German starAlexander Zverev overtook Ben Shelton to win the U.S.
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