US Open 2026 Results: Carlos Alcaraz Beaten by Ben Shelton in Epic Quarter-Final
BBC Sport reports that Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open title defence ended dramatically with a five-set loss to Ben Shelton, marking the latest finish in tournament history.
Match Details:
- Time of Completion: 03:34 local time (a delay due to previous matches)
- Venue: Arthur Ashe Stadium
- Score: 6-7 (5-7) 6-1 6-3 1-6 7-6 (10-7)
- Significance: Shelton’s biggest career win and a significant boost for American tennis hopes.
Key Points:
- Shelton, unseeded, ended Alcaraz’s 17-match losing streak against top-three players.
- Alcaraz, returning from injury, showed promise but fatigue eventually caught up with him.
- The match featured intense rallies and athletic displays, culminating in a tense 10-point tie-break.
Quotable Takeaways:
"Seven-time major winner Alcaraz… had exceeded expectations on his return after more than four months out." – BBC Sport
"It was the biggest – and certainly most significant – win of (Shelton’s) career." – BBC Sport
