# Alexander Zverev defeats Ben Shelton in thrilling four-set match to win first US Open title

https://mins.news/en/item/56932

- CNN, 2026-09-13 22:04 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/09/13/sport/us-open-mens-final-2026?Date=20260913&Profile=CNN

> Men’s top seed Alexander Zverev defeated No. 8 seed Ben Shelton in a thrilling four-set showdown lasting three hours and 33 minutes, securing the first US Open title of his career.

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