Zverev Claims US Open Crown as American Drought Continues
Zverev Conquers Turbulent US Open
Alexander Zverev captured his second Grand Slam title at the US Open, defeating American hope Ben Shelton in the final despite a tournament marred by controversies and disruptions. The German's victory comes amid what many observers have dubbed one of the worst Grand Slam events in recent memory, overshadowed by various controversies ranging from influencer involvement to chaotic match conditions.
Rybakina Dominates Women's Draw
On the women's side, Elena Rybakina secured an unexpected US Open triumph, rising to the top of the women's rankings following her breakthrough performance. The upset victory capped a dramatic fortnight that saw unpredictable results throughout the draw at Flushing Meadows.
American Men's Drought Persists
Despite Shelton's impressive run to the final, American men remain without a Grand Slam title since 2003. The 23-year gap continues despite the emerging talent showing promise, while Novak Djokovic's ranking slump saw him drop from the top 10 following the tournament.
Today's tennis headlines
- Against the odds: Rybakina's unexpected US Open title — espn.com
- Zverev claims the US Open title amid a chaotic tournament -- and season — espn.com
- From influencers to brutal finishes, US Open 2026 was worst grand slam in recent memory | Tumaini Carayol — theguardian.com
- No rest for Shelton; heading to Davis, Laver Cups — espn.com
- Djokovic drops from top 10; Rybakina tops women — espn.com
- The drought abides: US men still without a major since 2003 despite Shelton’s heroics — theguardian.com
- From Challenger Tour to Davis Cup - GB's Samuel on 'surreal' year — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Dogs, bands and pre-match outfits: best images from the US Open tennis 2026 — theguardian.com
- Episode 2: There's always a contender — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Players halting public protests as they seek bigger cut of revenues — espn.com
- Rodman goes from soccer game to US Open final to watch Shelton — espn.com
- Zverev dashes American hopes, beats Shelton in US Open final for 2nd major — espn.com