Ben Shelton defeats Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open tennis tournament

Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a match at the US Open that concluded early Tuesday morning. The contest required significant physical effort from both players and extended into the early hours of the morning. Alcaraz, returning to Grand Slam play following a five-month absence due to a wrist injury, showed signs of fatigue during the final hour of the match. Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar offered commentary on social media, praising the performance of both competitors and noting the difficulty of Alcaraz's return from injury. The result marks a milestone for Shelton as he progresses in the tournament. Alcaraz plans to use the experience as motivation for his training and competition heading into next year.

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