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At the U.S. Open, interminable ball bouncing and a debate about the serve clock

Debate over ball bouncing and serve clock erupts at U.S. Open

By · Published September 14, 2026 at 11:31 UTC · Updated September 14, 2026 at 11:31 UTC

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Source diversity sample: The Independent · usopen.org · sports.yahoo.com · ESPN · The New York Times.

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Open is facing a controversy over interminable ball bouncing and a proposed rule change to the serve clock. Players like Ben Shelton stand to gain from the change, which could limit the time allowed for a second serve. Zverev's victory over Karen Khachanov has sparked the debate.

Shelton, who lost to Zverev, suggests that a limit on the serve clock would prevent players from exploiting the current system. The New York Times notes that the issue has been a point of contention at the tournament. The debate raises questions about the balance between player strategy and the pace of the game.

Open continues, it will be interesting to see how the issue is addressed and whether any changes are made to the serve clock rule.

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Who is advocating for a change to the serve clock rule?

Ben Shelton and possibly other players who feel the current system is being exploited

What is the current controversy at the U.S. Open?

Interminable ball bouncing and a proposed rule change to the serve clock

Who won the match that sparked the debate?

Alexander Zverev

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US Open tennis sports serve clock rule change

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