Zverev defeats Shelton to win first US Open title

How it unfolded

Every source in the order it published.

1. 9 Sept, 08:34Latest articlesAlcaraz falls to Shelton in epic latest-ever U.S. Open finish
2. 9 Sept, 09:54BBC SportShelton reaches semis after beating Alcaraz in five-set epic
3. 9 Sept, 11:15feeds.bleacherreport.comCarlos Alcaraz Loses to Ben Shelton, Updated US Open Men's Tennis Bracket After Tuesday Results
4. 9 Sept, 12:27www.espn.comShelton ends Alcaraz's reign in latest US Open finish, sets up semi vs. Tiafoe
5. 9 Sept, 14:15The Guardian SportBen Shelton wins on a night of vomit, sweat and home hopes at US Open
6. 9 Sept, 17:02www.espn.comAlcaraz dethroned: How Shelton pulled off the upset
7. 9 Sept, 23:55SkySportsIs change needed after Shelton's early-morning finish against Alcaraz?
8. 10 Sept, 13:07SI FeedAmerican Men’s Final Guaranteed at the 2026 US Open
9. 11 Sept, 08:00The Guardian USFive-set tennis is under attack. Killing it would be a colossal unforced error | Andrew Lawrence
10. 12 Sept, 06:23www.espn.comBen Shelton's shot at history comes Sunday in the US Open final
11. Show 45 later sources

    1. 12 Sept, 06:40Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al JazeeraShelton advances to US Open 2026 men’s final for Zverev showdown
    2. 12 Sept, 19:32The Guardian USBen Shelton faces date with destiny against Zverev in US Open final
    3. 12 Sept, 19:44SkySportsShelton relishing challenge of first Grand Slam final against Zverev at US Open
    4. 12 Sept, 20:39SI FeedWill Trinity Rodman Make It to Ben Shelton’s U.S. Open Final? That’s the Wrong Question to Ask.
    5. 12 Sept, 21:57www.espn.comExperts' picks: Who will win the US Open men's title?
    6. 12 Sept, 23:25Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al JazeeraAlexander Zverev vs Ben Shelton: US Open men’s singles final – all to know
    7. 13 Sept, 03:33SI FeedBen Shelton y una espera de 23 años: Estados Unidos vuelve a soñar con el US Open
    8. 13 Sept, 08:58BBC SportHow Zverev and Shelton emerged from 'Sincaraz' shadow
    9. 13 Sept, 11:00feeds.bleacherreport.comUS Open Tennis 2026 Men's Final Bracket, Alexander Zverev vs. Ben Shelton Live Stream
    10. 13 Sept, 12:01CBS Sports HeadlinesUS Open odds: Alexander Zverev vs. Ben Shelton picks, predictions for men's singles final on Sunday
    11. 13 Sept, 14:04Bloomberg MarketsShelton Eyes End to US Men’s Grand Slam Drought
    12. 13 Sept, 14:21Rolling StoneShelton vs. Zverev Livestream: How to Watch the U.S. Open Men’s Tennis Final Online Free
    13. 13 Sept, 14:35Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al JazeeraUS Open men’s singles final live: Alexander Zverev vs Ben Shelton
    14. 13 Sept, 16:27CNETUS Open 2026 Men’s Singles Final: How to Watch Ben Shelton vs. Alexander Zverev
    15. 13 Sept, 17:05The Guardian USUS Open tennis 2026 men’s final: Alexander Zverev v Ben Shelton – live
    16. 13 Sept, 17:08SkySportsUS Open LIVE! Zverev faces home-favourite Shelton in men's final
    17. 13 Sept, 21:58feeds.bleacherreport.comAlexander Zverev Beats Ben Shelton to Win 2026 US Open Men's Final Bracket
    18. 13 Sept, 22:02SkySportsZverev breaks Shelton's heart and ends American dreams with US Open win
    19. 13 Sept, 22:02BBC SportZverev caps transformational year with US Open triumph
    20. 13 Sept, 22:03Deutsche WelleGermany's Zverev wins US Open in golden year
    21. 13 Sept, 22:03SI FeedAlexander Zverev alarga maldición de los tenistas estadounidenses en el US Open
    22. 13 Sept, 22:09CBS NewsAlexander Zverev wins U.S. Open, beating American Ben Shelton
    23. 13 Sept, 22:12CBS Sports Headlines2026 US Open results: Alexander Zverev ousts Ben Shelton, extends American men's 23-year Grand Slam drought
    24. 13 Sept, 22:13SI FeedAlexander Zverev Spoils Ben Shelton’s Hopes of Making History With U.S. Open Win
    25. 13 Sept, 22:18Bloomberg.comZverev Tops Shelton to Win US Open, Trump on AI Concerns, More
    26. 13 Sept, 22:30The Guardian USAlexander Zverev claims first US Open after four-set battle with Ben Shelton
    27. 13 Sept, 22:33Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al JazeeraZverev defeats Shelton in four sets to win his first US Open title
    28. 13 Sept, 22:39France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlinesZverev beats Shelton to win US Open 2026 and second Grand Slam title
    29. 13 Sept, 22:44SkySportsZverev breaks American hearts to become US Open champion
    30. 14 Sept, 00:04Latest articlesAlexander Zverev beats Ben Shelton to capture U.S. Open title
    31. 14 Sept, 01:12Times of IndiaSix years after 2020 heartbreak, Zverev beats Shelton to finally win US Open
    32. 14 Sept, 01:28BBC SportZverev turns US Open tears into triumph
    33. 14 Sept, 02:42Latest articlesGrand Slam drought for U.S. men reaches 23rd year after Ben Shelton falls at U.S. Open
    34. 14 Sept, 02:42Times of IndiaWatch: Zverev didn’t realise he had won the US Open — until the crowd told him
    35. 14 Sept, 07:25Times of India'Shut these guys': Commentator slammed as 'Alcaraz & Sinner' remark spoils Zverev win
    36. 14 Sept, 09:06BBC Sport'It feels amazing' - Zverev reflects on US Open win
    37. 14 Sept, 09:23BBC SportZverev wins US Open to earn second Grand Slam victory
    38. 14 Sept, 13:12The Guardian SportThe drought abides: US men still without a major since 2003 despite Shelton’s heroics
    39. 14 Sept, 16:49SI FeedAlexander Zverev Wins First US Open Title and Denies American Breakthrough
    40. 15 Sept, 17:00SI FeedAlexander Zverev Celebrates $5.5 Million US Open Win at NYC Hotspot
    41. 15 Sept, 18:29SI FeedBrad Pitt, Jalen Brunson, and Other Celebrities Spotted at the 2026 US Open Men’s Final
    42. 15 Sept, 23:19feeds.bleacherreport.comBen Shelton vs. Alexander Zverev US Open Final Delivers Record Viewership, How Many Fans Watched?
    43. 16 Sept, 16:05SI FeedWhat’s Next for Ben Shelton After His Breakthrough US Open Run?
    44. 17 Sept, 18:29SI FeedShelton's Loss Belies American Success Story at US Open
    45. 17 Sept, 20:31SI FeedRanking the Top 6 Latest Finishes in US Open History