Zverev Claims US Open Men's Singles Title
By TopHolding Editorial · Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in four sets to secure his inaugural US Open men's singles championship in New York.
Alexander Zverev of Germany secured the US Open men's singles title on Sunday, overcoming American Ben Shelton in a four-set final. The match concluded with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
The victory marks Zverev's first Grand Slam singles championship, achieving the milestone in his second major final appearance. His previous Grand Slam final was at the 2020 US Open, where he lost to Dominic Thiem after holding a two-set lead.
Shelton, playing in his first Grand Slam final, mounted a comeback in the third set, extending the match to a fourth. However, Zverev reasserted control, closing out the contest to claim the championship. The tournament run included notable victories for Zverev against higher-ranked opponents en route to the final.
This outcome solidifies Zverev's position within the top tier of men's tennis, adding a significant title to his career achievements. The win follows a season of consistent performance, culminating in his triumph at the final Grand Slam event of the year.