Ben Shelton defeats Frances Tiafoe to reach US Open final

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Ben Shelton defeats Frances Tiafoe to reach US Open final
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Ben Shelton reached his first Grand Slam final at the US Open after defeating Frances Tiafoe in four sets on September 12. After dropping the opening set 6-4, Shelton recovered to win three consecutive sets with scores of 6-3, 6-3, 7-5. The match concluded with a double fault from Tiafoe, who was visibly emotional as he walked through the players' tunnel following his third career semi-final exit at the tournament. Footage of the 28-year-old in the tunnel circulated on social media, drawing a polarized reaction from fans regarding the presence of cameras in private areas. While some supporters expressed sympathy and frustration over the intrusion, others criticized his post-match demeanor. Shelton, now ranked world No. 4, advances to play Alexander Zverev in the final this Sunday.

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  • Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 in the US Open semi-finals.
  • Shelton advances to face Alexander Zverev in the final match on Sunday.
  • Frances Tiafoe has now lost all three of his US Open semi-final appearances.
  • The match ended following a double fault committed by Frances Tiafoe.
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  • 7:40 AMYahoo Sports‘Gotta stop with the hallway camera’: Fans react as Frances Tiafoe’s bizarre video goes viral after US Open loss
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Frances Tiafoe was left in tears after his US Open semi-final defeat to Ben Shelton, with footage of the American walking through the players’ tunnel sparking a strong reaction from tennis fans. Tiafoe took the opening set 6-4 but could not hold off Shelton, who fought back to win 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 and reach his first Grand Slam final.

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