
Alexander Zverev Wins US Open 2026, Overcoming Past Heartbreak
Alexander Zverev claimed victory at the US Open 2026, defeating American Ben Shelton with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (7-2), 5-7, 6-2. This win marks Zverev's second Grand Slam title, following his French Open victory earlier in the year.
In a match held in front of a crowd of 24,000, Zverev demonstrated remarkable focus, even initially unaware that he had won the match. His performance was a stark contrast to his previous final in 2020, where he lost to Dominic Thiem after leading in the match.
Zverev's success this year includes reaching the semi-finals at the Australian Open and the final at Wimbledon. His strong mentality and fitness have been highlighted as key factors in his performance, positioning him close to the world number one ranking.
