German Star Player Alexander Zverev Denies American Fairytale, Beats Ben Shelton To Win US Open Title

German Star Player Alexander Zverev Denies American Fairytale, Beats Ben Shelton To Win US Open Title

Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 in the US Open 2026 final to claim his maiden title at Flushing Meadows. The German regained control after Shelton’s third-set comeback, securing his second Grand Slam of the season. Shelton’s historic run ended in the final, despite an impressive campaign on home soil.