Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev advance to the US Open final
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 6:57 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026
Ben Shelton secured a spot in his first Grand Slam final by defeating Frances Tiafoe in four sets at the US Open. This victory follows an earlier win over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals. Former champion Andy Roddick noted a shift in Shelton’s demeanor, describing his focus as intense and mature during his recent matches. In the other semifinal, Alexander Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov in straight sets to earn his own place in the title match. Zverev’s advancement marks his third consecutive appearance in a major final, following his appearances at Roland Garros and Wimbledon this year. Shelton and Zverev are scheduled to face each other on Sunday at Arthur Ashe Stadium to determine the tournament winner.
- •Ben Shelton reached his first Grand Slam final by beating Frances Tiafoe.
- •Alexander Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov to reach the US Open final.
- •Andy Roddick highlighted a change in Shelton's intensity and focus.
- •Zverev has now reached three consecutive major finals.
- •The final match takes place Sunday at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Andy Roddick insists Ben Shelton is hitting one shot better than he’s ever seen before at the US Open
- 6:57 PMYahoo Sports — Andy Roddick reveals a part of Ben Shelton’s game that has improved drastically which could help him in US Open Final
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Andy Roddick has noticed a big difference in Ben Shelton during his last two matches, ‘I love it’
"Ben Shelton continued his brilliant US Open run with a stellar win over fellow American Frances Tiafoe in the semifinal. After dropping the first set, the 23-year-old dug deep to put himself back in the game and won the next three sets to secure a win (4-6,6-3,6-3,7-5).
"Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5, in the US Open semi-finals. The American will now prepare to face Alexander Zverev in his...
"Ben Shelton has the chance to make history when he takes to Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday for the US Open final. The 23-year-old star...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 8:00 PMAndy Roddick insists Ben Shelton is hitting one shot better than he’s ever seen before at the US Open
Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5, in the US Open semi-finals. The American will now prepare to face Alexander Zverev in his...
- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 6:57 PMAndy Roddick reveals a part of Ben Shelton’s game that has improved drastically which could help him in US Open Final
Ben Shelton continued his brilliant US Open run with a stellar win over fellow American Frances Tiafoe in the semifinal. After dropping the first set, the 23-year-old dug deep to put himself back in the game and won the next three sets to secure a win (4-6,6-3,6-3,7-5).
- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 2:00 PMAndy Roddick has noticed a big difference in Ben Shelton during his last two matches, ‘I love it’
Ben Shelton has the chance to make history when he takes to Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday for the US Open final. The 23-year-old star...
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