Zverev beats Shelton to win US Open 2026, second Grand Slam title

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What happened

Alexander Zverev beat American Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7/2), 5-7, 6-2 on Sunday to win the US Open and claim his second Grand Slam title.

The German, who lost the 2020 final, denied Shelton the chance to become the first American man to win a major since 2003.

Key facts

  • Alexander Zverev beat American Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7/2), 5-7, 6-2 on Sunday to win the US Open and claim his second Grand Slam title.
  • The German, who lost the 2020 final, denied Shelton the chance to become the first American man to win a major since 2003.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:39:33 UTC.

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