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Alexander Zverev wins US Open, initially unaware of championship

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Alexander Zverev wins US Open, initially unaware of championship

Summary

Alexander Zverev secured his second Grand Slam title by winning the US Open in New York on September 13, 2026. Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in the final with a score of 6-3, 7-6, 5-7, 6-2. Interestingly, Zverev did not realize he had won the match, mistakenly preparing to receive serve instead of celebrating. This victory marks a significant moment for Zverev, who previously lost in the 2020 final and is now positioned as a strong contender for world No. 1 rankings this season.

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Status Watch

•Zverev wins US Open, claiming score of 6-3, 7-6, 5-7, 6-2.
•He did not realize he won until checking the scoreboard.
•This title marks Zverev's second Grand Slam championship.
•He previously lost the 2020 US Open final to Dominic Thiem.
•Zverev is considered a strong candidate for world No. 1.

Latest Updates

1:29 AMESPN — Zverev claims the US Open title amid a chaotic tournament -- and season
11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Rod Laver sends message to Alexander Zverev after he wins the US Open
10:45 PMYahoo Sports — Alexander Zverev confirms why he did not realise he won the US Open and what he thought the score was
10:21 PMYahoo Sports — Alexander Zverev fails to realise he had won the US Open in bizarre moment

What they're saying

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Alexander Zverev’s stunning 2026 Grand Slam campaign has concluded in perfect fashion, having now beaten Ben Shelton in the US Open final. It marks the...
— Yahoo Sports

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2026 has been the year of Alexander Zverev on the ATP Tour. The German star finally leapt over the Grand Slam hurdle in June after...
— Yahoo Sports