US Open 2026 Results: Carlos Alcaraz Beaten by Ben Shelton in Epic Quarter-Final
BBC Sport reports on the dramatic quarter-final match between Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton at the US Open 2026.
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Shelton Beats Alcaraz in Late-Night Epic to Reach Semis
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Image caption: Ben Shelton has equalled his best ever run at a Grand Slam tournament.
By Harry Poole, BBC Sport journalist
Published 9 September 2026, 08:56 BST
Updated 9 minutes ago
Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open title defence came to an end in a thrilling five-set quarter-final loss to Ben Shelton that ended at 03:34 local time – marking the latest finish in the tournament’s history.
A large crowd remained captivated deep into the night as a modern classic unfolded over an unpredictable four hours and 28 minutes on Arthur Ashe Stadium. The match commenced around 11 pm in New York, after the start of the evening session was delayed by previous matches on Tuesday.
At its conclusion, eighth seed Shelton received a standing ovation from a delirious crowd following his 6-7 (5-7) 6-1 6-3 1-6 7-6 (10-7) victory – marking the biggest and most significant win of his career.
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