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Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev claim U.S. Open titles in New York

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev claim U.S. Open titles in New York

Summary

Elena Rybakina won the women’s final at the U.S. Open on Saturday, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2, securing her place as world No. 1. Alexander Zverev captured his first U.S. Open title on Sunday, overcoming Ben Shelton with a score of 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2. The tournament showcased several memorable matches, including an exciting third-round clash between Alex Eala and Iva Jović, and a thrilling semifinal between Shelton and Frances Tiafoe. The U.S. Open concluded with Rybakina and Zverev both claiming their second Grand Slam titles.

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By the Numbers

•Rybakina defeats Sabalenka for her first U.S. Open title.
•Zverev wins his first U.S. Open title, defeating Shelton.
•Rybakina and Zverev each secure their second Grand Slam title.
•Eala vs. Jović recognized as a standout match.
•Tiafoe's performance celebrated despite semifinal loss.

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Welcome back to the Monday Tennis Briefing, where The Athletic will explain the stories behind the stories from the past week on court. This week, a riveting and discourse-laden U.S. Open ended with a new queen at the top of women’s tennis and a second men’s Grand Slam title for a player who waited longer than most for his moment. In the women’s final, Elena Rybakina backed up her rise to the top of the sport by dethroning reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka. Rybakina, a 27-year-old who represents
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