American Ben Shelton outduels defending champ Alcaraz in latest-ever U.S. Open finish
American Ben Shelton defeats defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a historic, record-setting late-night finish at the U.S. Open.
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- Primary Driver: American Ben Shelton defeats defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a historic, record-setting late-night finish at the U.S. Open.
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Coverage across outlets including CNN, ESPN, The New York Times, and Yahoo Sports emphasizes the historic nature of the timing and the intensity of the five-set clash. Reports note that Shelton brought back a controversial celebration following the exit, mirroring a gesture previously used against Novak Djokovic.
Additionally, ESPN coverage highlights that the win advances Shelton to set up an all-American semifinal. Specific details regarding the exact time of the final point, the duration of the match in hours and minutes, and the identity of Shelton's upcoming semifinal opponent are not specified in the current reporting.
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Coverage (10)
- Ben Shelton beats Carlos Alcaraz in U.S. Open's latest-finishing match ever CBS News · 3h ago
- Shelton ends Alcaraz's title reign in late-night marathon, will face Tiafoe in US Open semis ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 3h ago
- Alcaraz says ‘I leave with a smile’ after epic US Open loss to Shelton WTOP News · 3h ago
- Atlanta-born Ben Shelton stuns defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in historic US Open thriller WSB-TV · 3h ago
- An epic clash on Arthur Ashe. Plus: MLB’s pennant race is now a sprint The New York Times · 3h ago
- Shelton ends Alcaraz's US Open title defense in late-night five-setter usopen.org · 3h ago
- Ben Shelton Brings Back Controversial Celebration That Triggered Novak Djokovic After Carlos Alcaraz US Open Exit Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Shelton ends Alcaraz’s title reign in late-night marathon Anchorage Daily News · 3h ago
- American Ben Shelton beats Carlos Alcaraz in latest-ever US Open finish CNN · 3h ago
- Shelton stuns Alcaraz in latest US Open finish, sets up all-American semi www.espn.com · 3h ago broke it first
Questions people are asking
Who won the match between Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz?
American Ben Shelton defeated defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.
What makes this U.S. Open match historic?
It marked the latest-ever finish in U.S. Open history, concluding late at night after a five-set marathon.
What is next for Ben Shelton in the tournament?
Shelton advances to set up an all-American semifinal.
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