Zverev Conquers New York, Wins Maiden US Open Crown
What Happened
Alexander Zverev defeated American Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 to win his first US Open title in New York. The victory gave the German star his second Grand Slam title of 2026 after also winning the French Open earlier this year.
Key Takeaways
The win cements Zverev's status among tennis' elite and denies the United States its first men's Grand Slam champion since Andy Roddick won the US Open in 2003. Shelton's impressive run to his first major final ended just short of a breakthrough title.