Alexander Zverev has won the US Open men's singles title, his second Grand Slam crown, defeating Ben Shelton and ending the American's hopes of becoming a rare home men's champion.
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Key facts
- Alexander Zverev won the US Open men's singles title.
- It is Zverev's second Grand Slam title, according to the BBC.
- He defeated Ben Shelton in the final.
- The win ended Shelton's bid to become a rare home US Open men's champion.
Alexander Zverev has secured the US Open men’s singles title, in what the BBC described as a transformational year and the second Grand Slam triumph of his career.
In the final, Zverev overcame Ben Shelton, denying the American the chance to become a rare home US Open men’s champion, according to the BBC.
The victory marks Zverev’s second major title, adding a significant crown to his season.
For Shelton, the defeat brought an end to a run that had raised hopes of a home winner at the tournament, a feat the BBC notes remains uncommon in the men’s game.
The result underlines Zverev’s standing among the sport’s leading players.
Why it matters
Grand Slam titles are the most prestigious prizes in tennis, and Zverev's second marks a notable milestone in his career. Shelton's defeat also means the wait continues for a rare home men's champion at the US Open.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the 2026 US Open men's singles title?
Alexander Zverev won the US Open men's singles title, according to the BBC.
How many Grand Slam titles does Zverev now have?
The US Open victory is Zverev's second Grand Slam title.
Who did Zverev beat in the final?
Zverev defeated Ben Shelton, ending the American's hopes of becoming a rare home US Open men's champion.
Timeline
- Zverev turns US Open tears into triumph
BBC Sport: How a more composed Alexander Zverev stayed 'zen-like' to beat Ben Shelton and win the US Open, six years after a heart-breaking defeat in the final.
- Zverev turns US Open tears into triumph in transformational year
BBC Sport: How a more composed Alexander Zverev stayed 'zen-like' to beat Ben Shelton and win the US Open, six years after a heart-breaking defeat in the final.
- Zverev caps transformational year with US Open triumph
BBC Sport: Alexander Zverev lands his second Grand Slam title after ending Ben Shelton's hopes of becoming a rare home US Open men's champion.