Shelton aims to end an American drought and win his first major title in the US Open final vs Zverev
- Posted on September 13, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
Ben Shelton pursues a historic breakthrough at the US Open, seeking to become the first American man to capture a Grand Slam title in over two decades. Facing Alexander Zverev in the final, Shelton aims to end a prolonged championship drought for American tennis on home soil. His potential victory would mark a significant milestone for the sport in the United States and revitalize American dominance in men's professional tennis.
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Shelton aims to end an American drought and win his first major title in the US Open final vs Zverev
NEW YORK (AP) — Ben Shelton was not even a year old the last time an American man won a Grand Slam tennis title.
