Alexander Zverev wins U.S. Open, beating American Ben Shelton
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Alexander Zverev triumphed over Ben Shelton in four sets to claim the U.S. Open men's singles title on Sunday, marking his second Grand Slam victory of the year. This was Zverev's first Grand Slam final, thanks to his rise to the No. 1 seed position. The German player showcased a near-perfect performance in the tiebreaker, serving flawlessly and erasing Shelton's comeback attempt to clinch the win with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2.
Shelton, an American, was determined to become the first man from his country to win a major since Andy Roddick's U.S. Open triumph in 2003. He also became the first Black American man to reach a U.S. Open final since Arthur Ashe in 1972. Despite his best efforts, Shelton couldn't overcome Zverev's superior form, finishing the match on his serve but noticeably lagging behind the baseline, seemingly unaware of his victory until a few moments later, when he raised his arms in exultation. This breaking news story will be updated.
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