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Zverev discusses Alcaraz's tactics after US Open final win over Shelton

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Zverev discusses Alcaraz's tactics after US Open final win over Shelton

Summary

Alexander Zverev won the 2026 US Open men's singles final against Ben Shelton with a score of 6-3, 7-6, 5-7, 6-2. In his post-match comments, Zverev analyzed Carlos Alcaraz's play during the quarter-finals, suggesting a more aggressive approach could benefit players facing him. Kim Clijsters responded on her podcast, finding Zverev’s openness and tactical insights noteworthy but expressing that she does not relate to his style of play. Following Zverev's victory, the potential for meeting tougher competition in future matches remains uncertain.

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By the Numbers

•Zverev defeats Shelton 6-3, 7-6, 5-7, 6-2 in the US Open final.
•Zverev comments on Alcaraz's tactical approach after the match.
•Clijsters discusses Zverev’s style and its effectiveness during her podcast.
•Zverev only faced one top-10 player during this tournament.
•Next competition for Zverev remains uncertain after his US Open success.

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1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Kim Clijsters reacts to what Alexander Zverev said about Carlos Alcaraz after winning the US Open

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Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton, 6-3, 7-6, 5-7, 6-2, in the 2026 US Open men’s singles final. After the match, Zverev claimed Carlos Alcaraz made...
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