John Lloyd criticizes late finishes in Grand Slam tennis matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

John Lloyd spoke out against the current scheduling at Grand Slam events, specifically citing late finish times during matches at the US Open. Highlighting the record-setting match between Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz that ended at 3:33 am, Lloyd argued that such late finishes are detrimental to players, fans, and the sport's integrity. He suggested a switch to best-of-three sets for men and women to improve the quality and manageability of matches. While Lloyd's views have sparked debate, some players, including Frances Tiafoe, defended the traditional best-of-five format, stating it preserves the Grand Slam's prestige.
- •John Lloyd criticizes scheduling after US Open's late matches.
- •The Shelton-Alcaraz match finished at 3:33 am, a record time.
- •Lloyd advocates for best-of-three sets to enhance match quality.
- •Frances Tiafoe defends the current best-of-five format.
- •Late finishes have led to concerns over player fatigue and audience engagement.
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