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Trinity Rodman Races to US Open Final to Support Ben Shelton

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Trinity Rodman rushed from her NWSL soccer match to the US Open final, arriving late to support boyfriend Ben Shelton, who lost to Alexander Zverev. Shelton appreciated her effort despite the timing. read more


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Zverev Wins US Open for Second Major Title of 2026

#USOpen #Tennis

Alexander Zverev won the 2026 US Open, defeating Ben Shelton in four sets for his second major title of the year. The chaotic tournament saw top seeds upset early, with Zverev capitalizing on Sinner's and Alcaraz's absences. read more

Zverev Wins US Open, Extends American Drought to 23 Years

#USOpen #Zverev

Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6, 5-7, 6-2 to win the US Open, his second major title this year, extending American men's Grand Slam drought since 2003. read more

Rybakina Wins US Open, Seizes World No. 1

#USOpen #ElenaRybakina

Elena Rybakina overcame an ankle injury to win her first US Open title, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2. This victory secured her third major championship and the world No. 1 ranking. read more

Rybakina Wins First US Open, Seals World No. 1

#USOpen #Tennis

Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 to win her first US Open title and third Grand Slam. She claims world No. 1 ranking and $5.5 million, the largest prize in Grand Slam history. read more

Shelton Battles Zverev for Historic US Open Title

#USOpen #Tennis

Ben Shelton faces Alexander Zverev in the US Open final Sunday, chasing history as the first American man in 23 years to win a major. Experts weigh Shelton's serve and momentum against Zverev's 5-0 head-to-head record. read more

Harrison and Skupski Win US Open for Second Slam

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Christian Harrison and Neal Skupski defeated Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz 6-4, 7-6 (6) to win the US Open men's doubles title, their second Grand Slam together this year after the Australian Open. read more

Shelton Reaches US Open Final, Eyes End to American Drought

#USOpen #BenShelton

Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe in the US Open semifinal, becoming the first Black American man in the final since Arthur Ashe in 1972. He faces Alexander Zverev Sunday, aiming to end the 23-year American men's major title drought. read more

Shelton Reaches US Open Final, Eyes End to American Drought

#USOpen #Tennis

Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 to reach his first US Open final, becoming the first Black American man in a major final since 1996. He faces Alexander Zverev Sunday. read more

Zverev Reaches US Open Final, Eyes Second Major of 2026

#USOpen #Zverev

Alexander Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov in straight sets to reach the US Open final, pursuing his second Grand Slam title this year. He awaits Ben Shelton or Frances Tiafoe, as America seeks its first men's major champion since 2003. read more

Townsend, Siniakova Win US Open to Complete Career Grand Slam

#USOpen #Tennis

Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova won the US Open women's doubles title, defeating Ashlyn Krueger and Robin Montgomery 5-7, 6-0, 6-2, completing their career Grand Slam as a team after a nervous start. read more

Sabalenka vs Rybakina: US Open Final Showdown

#USOpen #Tennis

Aryna Sabalenka faces Elena Rybakina in Saturday's US Open final, seeking a third straight title. Rybakina, the new world No. 1, won their Australian Open final earlier this year. Experts are split on the winner. read more

Rybakina Stuns Gauff to Reach US Open Final vs Sabalenka

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Elena Rybakina defeated Coco Gauff 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 to reach her first US Open final, where she faces two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka, who beat Jessica Pegula and seeks a third straight Flushing Meadows title. read more

Rybakina Stuns Gauff to Set Up Sabalenka US Open Final

#USOpen #Tennis

Elena Rybakina defeated Coco Gauff 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 to reach her first US Open final, where she'll face two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka, who beat Jessica Pegula and seeks a historic three-peat. read more

Sabalenka Dominates Pegula, Reaches US Open Final for Three-Peat

#USOpen #Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to reach her fourth straight US Open final, eyeing a third consecutive title. She'll face Elena Rybakina or Coco Gauff on Saturday. read more

US Open Staffers Win Players Hearts Behind the Scenes

#USOpen #CocoGauff

US Open staffer Ayanna Campbell energizes Coco Gauff's practice sessions with call-and-response cheers, while supervisor Sharif Cobb challenges Gauff with riddles. Gauff appreciates these connections, reaching the semifinals amid strong staff support. read more

Zverev Dominates Van de Zandschulp to Reach US Open Semifinals

#USOpen #AlexanderZverev

Alexander Zverev defeated Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2, 7-5, 6-1 to reach the US Open semifinals, completing semifinal appearances at all four Grand Slams this season. The top seed faces Karen Khachanov next. read more

Khachanov Reaches US Open Semis as Blockx Retires Injured

#USOpen #Tennis

Karen Khachanov reached the US Open semifinals after Alexander Blockx retired in the third set due to leg, rib and back injuries. Khachanov led 6-2, 7-5, 3-2. He faces Alexander Zverev or Botic Van De Zandschulp next. read more

Sabalenka vs Pegula: Third Straight US Open Semifinal Showdown

#USOpen #SabalenkaPegula

Sabalenka and Pegula advance to US Open semifinals, meeting for third straight year. Sabalenka seeks three-peat; Pegula aims for revenge and first major title. Both overcame three-set quarterfinal battles. Sabalenka leads rivalry 9-4, but Pegula's home crowd support could prove decisive. read more

Gauff Saves Match Points, Reaches US Open Semifinals

#USOpen #Tennis

Coco Gauff saved two match points to defeat Mirra Andreeva 2-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2, reaching the US Open semifinals against new world No. 1 Elena Rybakina. read more

Rybakina tops Zheng, clinches world No. 1 ranking

#USOpen #Tennis

Elena Rybakina defeated Zheng Qinwen in three sets to reach the US Open semifinals, guaranteeing her rise to world No. 1 and ending Aryna Sabalenka's 99-week reign atop the WTA rankings. read more

Shelton Stuns Alcaraz in Historic US Open Thriller

#USOpen #Tennis

Ben Shelton stunned Carlos Alcaraz in the US Open's latest-ever finish, winning a five-set thriller at 3:33 a.m. He advances to face Frances Tiafoe, becoming the first Black American man to reach a Slam final since 1996. read more

Shelton Upsets Alcaraz in Historic 3:33 AM Finish

#USOpen #Tennis

Ben Shelton stunned Carlos Alcaraz in the latest US Open finish ever, winning 6-7, 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 at 3:33 a.m., ending Alcaraz's 18-match Grand Slam streak and advancing to face Frances Tiafoe. read more

Tiafoe comforts tearful Michelsen after epic US Open comeback

#USOpen #Sportsmanship

Frances Tiafoe consoled a tearful Alex Michelsen after rallying from two sets down to win their US Open quarterfinal 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6. The embrace moved Jessica Pegula to tears. read more

Pegula Rallies Past Navarro, Sets Sabalenka Semifinal Rematch

#USOpen #Tennis

Jessica Pegula rallied past Emma Navarro 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 to reach the US Open semifinals, setting up a rematch with Aryna Sabalenka. Pegula, 32, overcame a set deficit for her 19th three-set win this season. read more

Tiafoe Stuns Michelsen With Epic US Open Comeback

#USOpen #Tiafoe

Frances Tiafoe completed a stunning five-set comeback over Alex Michelsen to reach the US Open semifinals, his third career appearance. He now faces Carlos Alcaraz or Ben Shelton, aiming for his first Grand Slam final. read more

Tiafoe Stuns Michelsen in Epic US Open Comeback

#USOpen #Tennis

Frances Tiafoe staged a stunning five-set comeback over Alex Michelsen to reach his third US Open semifinal, rallying from two sets down and a 3-0 fifth-set deficit in 4 hours, 38 minutes, joining Agassi as a three-time semifinalist this century. read more

Gauff Returns to US Open Quarterfinals, Extends Streak

#USOpen #Tennis

Coco Gauff reached her first US Open quarterfinal since her 2023 title, defeating Iva Jovic 6-1, 6-4 for a 10th straight win. She'll face Mirra Andreeva, whom she leads 5-0 career. read more

Rybakina Powers Past Osaka, One Win From No. 1

#USOpen #WTA

Elena Rybakina overpowered Naomi Osaka 6-1, 6-4 at the US Open, advancing to the quarterfinals and closing in on the No. 1 ranking. She next faces Zheng Qinwen, who rallied from 5-0 down to upset Iga Swiatek. read more

Zheng Qinwen Stuns Swiatek, Reaches US Open Quarterfinals

#USOpen #ZhengQinwen

Zheng Qinwen stunned Iga Swiatek 7-5, 6-3 at the US Open, rallying from 5-0 down to reach the quarterfinals. After elbow surgery and ranking struggles, the Chinese qualifier secured her third Slam quarterfinal, surpassing Li Na's record. read more

Shelton Sets Up Alcaraz Fireworks in US Open Quarters

#USOpen #Tennis

Ben Shelton cruised past Stefanos Tsitsipas to reach the US Open quarterfinals, setting up a blockbuster clash with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. Shelton seeks his first win over Alcaraz, while American men Tiafoe and Michelsen also advanced. read more

American Men End US Open Drought, Reach Quarterfinals

#USOpen #AmericanTennis

Tiafoe, Michelsen, and Shelton lead American men into US Open quarterfinals, seeking to end a Grand Slam drought since Roddick's 2003 win. Michelsen remains setless; Shelton faces Alcaraz next. read more

Alcaraz Dominates Paul, Reaches US Open Quarterfinals

#USOpen #Alcaraz

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz cruised past Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the US Open quarterfinals, extending his Grand Slam winning streak to 18. Returning from a wrist injury, the 23-year-old Spaniard dropped just one set. read more

American Tennis Stars Dominate Historic US Open Run

#USOpen #AmericanTennis

American players shine at the 2026 US Open, with 10 reaching the round of 16, the most since 2002. Pegula, Gauff, Jovic, and Shelton lead a deep home contingent chasing historic singles titles. read more

Wimbledon Bans Influencers, Confiscates Disruptive Gear After US Open

#Wimbledon #USOpen

Wimbledon will refuse influencer accreditation and confiscate disruptive items like ring lights, contrasting with the US Open's chaotic atmosphere. Players complained about noise, photography, and marijuana smells, prompting the All England Club to uphold stricter etiquette standards. read more

US Open scheduling puzzle: fairness meets TV demands

#USOpen #TennisScheduling

US Open scheduling is a complex puzzle balancing player requests, TV demands, and fairness. Director Eric Butorac navigates star complaints and late-night matches, considering earlier starts to prevent historic 12 a.m. beginnings. read more

Sabalenka Powers Past Townsend into US Open Quarterfinals

#USOpen #Tennis

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka overcame early service struggles to defeat Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3, reaching the US Open quarterfinals. She'll next face Noskova or Kostyuk, highlighting a strong American run with 10 players in round four. read more

US Open: Tennis Loudest, Smelliest Grand Slam Experience

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The US Open stands out among tennis majors for its overwhelming noise from crowds and planes, plus distinctive smells of burgers and marijuana. Players adapt with earplugs or embrace the electric New York atmosphere. read more

Sabalenka Complains of Marijuana Smell During US Open Win

#USOpen #TennisNews

Aryna Sabalenka halted her US Open third-round match against Kamilla Rakhimova, complaining to the umpire about a strong marijuana smell. She urged fans to avoid smoking near courts, noting it's tricky to compete at her best under such conditions. read more

Zverev Survives Another Marathon, Reaches US Open Third Round

#USOpen #Tennis

Top-seeded Alexander Zverev survived another five-set marathon, defeating Quentin Halys in over 4.5 hours to reach the US Open third round. Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Alex de Minaur were eliminated. read more