Great Britain's Alfie Hewett has beaten Japanese top seed Tokito Oda to win a fifth US Open title, taking his overall tally to 11 Grand Slam singles crowns.
Key facts
- Alfie Hewett won a fifth US Open title, according to the BBC.
- He beat Japanese top seed Tokito Oda in the final.
- The victory is Hewett's 11th Grand Slam singles crown overall.
- In the women's singles, Elena Rybakina beat Aryna Sabalenka to win the US Open title.
Great Britain’s Alfie Hewett has won a fifth US Open title after beating Japanese top seed Tokito Oda, according to the BBC.
The win adds to Hewett’s growing collection of major honours, taking his overall tally to 11 Grand Slam singles crowns.
Oda entered the final as the top seed, making Hewett’s victory a notable result against one of the sport’s leading players.
The success marks the latest chapter in Hewett’s career at Grand Slam level, where he has now claimed five US Open singles titles.
Elsewhere at the tournament, Elena Rybakina cemented her position as world No 1 by dethroning two-time US Open winner Aryna Sabalenka to seal her maiden title in New York, according to Sky Sports.
Rybakina’s win over Sabalenka underlined her rise to the top of the women’s game as the US Open crowned its latest champions.
Why it matters
Hewett's fifth US Open title and 11th Grand Slam singles crown reinforce his status as one of Great Britain's most successful tennis players. Wins like this raise the profile of the sport and add to a strong showing at one of tennis's premier events.
Frequently asked questions
Who did Alfie Hewett beat to win the US Open?
According to the BBC, Alfie Hewett beat Japanese top seed Tokito Oda to win the US Open title.
How many Grand Slam titles does Alfie Hewett have?
The BBC reports that this US Open win is Hewett's 11th Grand Slam singles crown overall, including five US Open titles.
Who won the women's singles at the US Open?
Elena Rybakina won the women's singles, beating Aryna Sabalenka to seal her maiden US Open title, according to Sky Sports.