US Open 2026 Results: Ben Shelton Beats Frances Tiafoe to Face Alexander Zverev in Final
BBC Sport reports on the thrilling US Open 2026 semi-final outcome, where Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe, securing his spot against Alexander Zverev in the final.
Key Takeaways:
- Ben Shelton wins in a four-set epic, marking his first Grand Slam singles final appearance.
- Shelton overcame a set deficit to triumph 4-6 6-3 6-3 7-5.
- The American duo put on an entertaining show for the bustling Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd.
- Shelton aims to end America’s 23-year wait for a men’s singles Grand Slam winner.
Match Details:
In a highly anticipated semi-final, both players vied for their first Grand Slam final berth:
- Shelton, the eighth seed, showed resilience, coming back from a set down to secure victory.
- Tiafoe, aiming for his first major final, displayed his signature dazzling shot-making abilities.
- The match lasted three hours and 17 minutes, filled with thrilling rallies and powerful aces.
Shelton’s on-court interview highlighted the significance of the occasion, paying tribute to his late grandmother and those affected by the 9/11 attacks.
Upcoming Final:
The final will pit Shelton against Zverev, the top seed who defeated unseeded Russian Karen Khachanov in three sets (6-3 7-6(9-7) 7-6(8-6)).
Shelton expressed his excitement for the final, calling on the crowd’s support to make history and bring an end to America’s Grand Slam drought.
