US Open: Epic battles and a mistimed roof closure mark Day 10

Day 10 of the US Open saw dramatic developments, including a late-night battle between two rising stars and an unfortunate roof issue affecting a crucial match. American Ben Shelton claimed a thrilling five-set victory over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, marking his first career win over the Spaniard. The 23-year-old Shelton described the grueling match as "the most enjoyable war" he has ever experienced.

Alcaraz, already a tennis prodigy at 23, couldn't maintain his push despite a strong performance in the fourth set. Meanwhile, 11-seeded American Frances Tiafoe staged an epic comeback, defeating Alex Michelsen 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6(6) in the quarterfinals. Tiafoe's emotional win was marked by a heart-to-heart with his friend Michelsen, who was competing in his first major quarterfinal.

In a separate incident, Australian Linda Noskova's progress in the quarterfinals was hampered by a roof closure that occurred prematurely. The roof was only partially closed when Noskova began serving, leaving her in the sun for a crucial point. Despite the unexpected delay, Noskova's loss to Aryna Sabalenka was ultimately decided in the latter's favor, 7-6 (1), 3-6, 7-6 (10-7).