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Shelton ends Alcaraz's US Open title reign in late-night marathon

September 9, 2026

Summary

Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz’s title reign in the latest-finishing match in US Open history, securing a five-set victory and snapping the Spaniard's 18-match Grand Slam winning streak to advance to the semifinals against Tiafoe.

How coverage differs

Left outlets emphasize Shelton's historic win ending Alcaraz's streak in the latest US Open match, while right outlets celebrate it as Shelton's biggest career milestone and his advancement.

  • Left: Shelton's marathon victory ends Alcaraz's Grand Slam winning streak Left-leaning outlets emphasize Ben Shelton's historic five-set victory over Carlos Alcaraz, highlighting it as the latest-finishing match in US Open history. They focus on Shelton's impressive performance in ending Alcaraz's 18-match Grand Slam winning streak.
  • Center: Shelton ends Alcaraz's title reign in late-night US Open marathon Center outlets report on Ben Shelton's victory over Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set match at the US Open. They note that the match was the latest-finishing in US Open history and that Shelton will face Tiafoe in the semifinals.
  • Right: Shelton achieves career-best victory, snapping Alcaraz's Grand Slam streak Right-leaning outlets celebrate Ben Shelton's significant career milestone, framing his win against Carlos Alcaraz as the biggest of his career. They highlight the late-night marathon match and Shelton's advancement to face Tiafoe in the US Open semifinals.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Shelton ends Alcaraz's title in late-night marathon, will face Tiafoe in US Open

Center

  • Shelton ends Alcaraz’s title reign in late-night marathon, will face Tiafoe in US Open semis - AP News

Right

  • Ben Shelton takes down Carlos Alcaraz to earn the biggest win of his career in latest US Open match ever

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