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Ben Shelton's shot at history comes Sunday in the US Open final

Ben Shelton's shot at US Open history comes Sunday in the final

By · Published September 12, 2026 at 17:35 UTC · Updated September 12, 2026 at 17:35 UTC

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Source diversity sample: US Open Tennis · atptour.com · Bleacher Report · Yahoo Sports · ABC7 Los Angeles.

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  • Primary Driver: Ben Shelton's shot at US Open history comes Sunday in the final
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The US Open men's final is set for Sunday, with Ben Shelton facing Alexander Zverev for the title. Yahoo Sports notes that Shelton is ready to carry American men's tennis out of the wilderness, and ABC7 Los Angeles reports that Shelton will play Zverev for the US Open title.

According to atptour.com, Shelton's shot at history comes with the possibility of spoiling Zverev's Grand Slam resurgence. Bleacher Report provides updated men's bracket and final predictions, including Shelton's chances against Zverev.

The final match will take place on Sunday, with Shelton looking to make US Open history.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: unsupported claims removed (83% supported) Updated 1h ago.

Quick answers

What is the current state of the US Open men's final?

Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev are set to face off in the final on Sunday

Who has Ben Shelton beaten in the tournament so far?

Shelton has beaten Frances Tiafoe in the semifinals

What is at stake for Ben Shelton in the US Open final?

Shelton is looking to end the USA's men's tennis Grand Slam drought

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US Open Tennis Ben Shelton Alexander Zverev Grand Slam Men's Tennis

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