World · Singapore Bureau
Zverev finally claims US Open title, defeats Shelton in final
Top seed Alexander Zverev captured his first US Open championship on Sunday, overcoming American Ben Shelton 6-3 7-6(2) 5-7 6-2 in the final. The German star's victory comes six years after a painful loss denied him the title at Flushing Meadows.
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Zverev's triumph marks a significant milestone in his career, delivering redemption after his heartbreaking exit from the tournament in 2020. The world No. 1 seed demonstrated his pedigree throughout the match against the emerging American talent, combining aggressive serving with precise groundstroke play to secure the prestigious title.
The final saw Zverev establish early control, claiming the opening set with a commanding display before edging a closely contested second-set tiebreaker. Though Shelton mounted a challenge in the third set to force a tiebreaker of his own, Zverev regained momentum decisively in the fourth set to clinch the championship.
The victory represents a breakthrough moment for Zverev at the US Open, where he has experienced both breakthrough performances and devastating setbacks. His composed execution under pressure, particularly in the tiebreakers, underscored his progression as a major championship contender.
Shelton's appearance in the final demonstrated the depth of American tennis talent, with the young player making an impressive run through the draw. Despite the loss, his performance signals his emergence as a serious challenger in men's professional tennis.