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Story summary
- Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 to win the 2026 U.S. Open men’s singles.
- After the final point, Zverev hit a ball back and stared, not realizing he had won.
- Sports Illustrated assistant managing editor Andy Nesbitt called Zverev possibly the best player in the world this year.