Zverev Halts Shelton’s Surge and Fulfills American Aspirations with US Open Victory
Alexander Zverev, the top seed, extinguished the hopes of the United States on Sunday by defeating Ben Shelton in a four‑set showdown to secure his first US Open crown. The German displayed superior firepower, overcoming the eighth‑seeded American 6‑3, 7‑6 (7‑2), 5‑7, 6‑2 in the championship match at Flushing Meadows.
Having already captured the French Open earlier in the season, Zverav added a …
Sept. 13, 2026, 10:55 p.m.