US Open tennis breakthroughs and historic matches

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1. Sep 9, 2026

   Ben Shelton defeats defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in record-late US Open quarterfinal.

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2. Sep 9, 2026

   Shelton and Tiafoe reach US Open semifinals in historic American run.

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Shelton Defeats Alcaraz in Record-Late US Open Match

Ben Shelton shocked defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a dramatic, late-night five-set US Open quarterfinal, advancing to the semifinals and delivering the tournament’s latest finish in history. The match showcased extreme physical toll on Alcaraz, including moments of vomiting and relentless defending, underscoring Shelton’s breakout performance on home soil.

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Shelton, Tiafoe Make Historic US Open Semifinal

Emma Navarro reached the 2026 US Open quarterfinals, setting up an all-American clash with Jessica Pegula and marking the first all-American women’s QF at the US Open since 2015. On the men’s side, Ben Shelton advanced to the quarterfinals to face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, as Alcaraz weathered a tough match, while Sabalenka and Noskova loom as contenders in the women’s draw with Noskova seeking another upset.