In a highly anticipated final at the US Open 2026, Alexander Zverev faced off against Ben Shelton, marking a significant moment in both players' careers. Zverev, who had previously missed out on the championship in New York, was determined to seize this opportunity, while Shelton was making his Grand Slam final debut after a stunning victory over Carlos Alcaraz.

The match began with Zverev quickly establishing control, breaking Shelton's serve in the first game due to a double fault. Despite Shelton's efforts to rally, he struggled with consistency, leading to Zverev taking the first set 6-3.

In the second set, Shelton improved his performance, showing resilience and managing to push the set into a tie-break. However, Zverev's experience shone through as he dominated the tie-break, winning it 7-2 to take a commanding two-set lead.

As the third set unfolded, Shelton began to find his rhythm, breaking Zverev's serve and ultimately winning the set 7-5. This moment sparked hope for Shelton, who was gaining confidence on the big stage.

However, the fourth set saw a shift in momentum. Zverev capitalized on Shelton's errors, breaking his serve early and maintaining pressure throughout the set. With a series of unforced errors from Shelton, Zverev secured the final set 6-2, clinching the match after 3 hours and 36 minutes.

With this victory, Alexander Zverev not only claimed his first US Open title but also his second Grand Slam title overall, solidifying his status as one of the top players in tennis today.