Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev advance to the US Open final

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.

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