Ben Shelton outlasts Carlos Alcaraz to reach US Open semi-finals
Ben Shelton picked the perfect setting to win his first match against Carlos Alcaraz, beating the Spaniard in a marathon five-set thriller 7-6, 1-6, 3-6, 6-1, 6-7 to secure a place in the US Open semi-finals. Alcaraz won a tight first set and later levelled the clash at two sets apiece despite struggling with unforced errors, but he was unable to get over the finish line as American Shelton…
Ben Shelton secured his place in the US Open semi-finals by defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a hard-fought five-set match. The American outlasted the Spanish player with a final set tiebreak score of 10-7, showcasing his resilience and determination. Alcaraz, despite winning the first set and tying the match at two sets apiece, ultimately fell short due to his struggles with unforced errors. Shelton's stunning ace in the final set proved decisive, propelling him to face fellow American Frances Tiafoe in the semi-finals.
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