Shelton ends Alcaraz's title in late-night marathon, will face Tiafoe in US Open
Summary
Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set match that ended at 3:33 a.m., marking the latest finish in U.S. Open history. Shelton will now face Frances Tiafoe in the semifinals, guaranteeing an American will reach the final.Key Facts
- Shelton won with scores of 6-7, 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10-7).
- The match lasted 4 hours and 28 minutes, finishing at 3:33 a.m.
- Alcaraz’s 18-match winning streak in Grand Slam tournaments ended.
- Shelton’s next opponent is No. 11 seed Frances Tiafoe, who won his quarterfinal match in five sets.
- The U.S. Open has not had a men's major winner since Andy Roddick in 2003.
- Thousands of fans stayed for the late finish, supporting Shelton with chants.
- Alcaraz returned to competition after a wrist injury sustained earlier in the year.
- This is Shelton’s third major semifinal appearance.
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