American tennis player who reached his first Grand Slam final at the 2026 US Open, losing to Alexander Zverev.
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The Namibian
Ben Shelton defeated in quarter-final defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in five sets
“Hopes were high that Shelton could end the drought after his epic five-set quarter-final victory over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, and a come-from-behind win over compatriot Frances Tiafoe in the semi-finals.”
Zverev holds off Shelton to win US Open titleThe Namibian
Ben Shelton defeated in semi-finals compatriot Frances Tiafoe
“Hopes were high that Shelton could end the drought after his epic five-set quarter-final victory over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, and a come-from-behind win over compatriot Frances Tiafoe in the semi-finals.”
Zverev holds off Shelton to win US Open titleThe Namibian
Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe in four sets to reach first Grand Slam final
“Big-serving Ben Shelton overpowered US compatriot Frances Tiafoe in four sets on Friday to reach the first Grand Slam final of his career, booking a US Open title showdown with Alexander Zverev.”
Shelton tops Tiafoe to book US Open title clash with ZverevThe Namibian
Ben Shelton took out defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in epic quarter-final
“Shelton took out defending champion and seven-time Grand Slam winner Carlos Alcaraz in an epic quarter-final that ended at 3:34 am on Wednesday — the latest finish in tournament history.”
‘Desperate’ Sabalenka books US Open title clash with RybakinaThe Namibian
Ben Shelton defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-2, 6-3, 6-4
“He'll face red-hot Shelton — a 6-2, 6-3, 6-4 winner over Stefanos Tsitsipas — for a place in the semi-finals.”
‘Super human’ Alcaraz books US Open quarter final clash with SheltonThe Namibian
Ben Shelton defeated Hubert Hurkacz 6-3, 5-7, 7-6 (7/3), 7-5
“Eighth-seeded American Ben Shelton prevailed in a tense "battle to the end" with former world number six Hubert Hurkacz 6-3, 5-7, 7-6 (7/3), 7-5.”
Alcaraz rallies to reach US Open third round, Sabalenka storms throughThe Namibian
Ben Shelton defeated Casper Ruud 3-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4
“Shelton defeated father-to-be Ruud 3-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4, letting out an almighty roar in victory.”
Sinner races on, ‘gross' pie for Keys as heatwave hits MelbourneAlexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7/2), 5-7, 6-2 to win the US Open on Sunday, capturing his second Grand Slam title. Shelton's loss meant no US man has won a Grand Slam since Andy Roddick in 2003.
14 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7/2), 5-7, 6-2 to win the US Open on Sunday, capturing his second Grand Slam title. Shelton's loss meant no US man has won a Grand Slam since Andy Roddick in 2003.
14 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 in the US Open semi-final to reach his first Grand Slam final, where he will face top seed Alexander Zverev, who beat Karen Khachanov 6-3, 7-6 (9/7), 7-6 (8/6). If Shelton wins, he would become the first American man to win a Grand Slam title since Andy Roddick at the 2003 US Open.
12 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 in the semi-finals to reach the US Open championship match against Elena Rybakina, who beat Coco Gauff 3-6, 6-4, 6-4. Sabalenka is bidding for a third consecutive US Open title.
11 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz defeated Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in straight sets, advancing to a US Open quarter-final meeting with Ben Shelton. Two-time women's defending champion Aryna Sabalenka also advanced, securing a quarter-final against Wimbledon winner Linda Noskova.
7 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Defending singles champions Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the US Open last 16 on Friday, with Alcaraz defeating Wu Yibing 6-3, 6-4, 6-1 and Sabalenka defeating Kamilla Rakhimova 6-3, 6-4. The Williams sisters, Serena and Venus, suffered a defeat on their return to Grand Slam doubles.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, seeded second and returning from a four-month wrist injury layoff, defeated Portugal's Jaime Faria 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2 to reach the US Open third round. Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka also advanced with a commanding performance.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz returned from a four-month wrist injury to beat Roman Safiullin 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in the first round of the US Open. Women's defending champion Aryna Sabalenka also advanced safely to the second round.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
French Open champion Alexander Zverev, seeded third, advanced past Belgian Alexander Blockx in a four-set opening round and faces Valentin Royer next. Zverev says his Wimbledon success depends on his own performance rather than the draw, citing his historical struggle at the tournament where he has lost mostly to players outside the top 10.
1 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the second round of the Italian Open by Croatian qualifier Dino Prizmic, raising questions about his physical condition before the French Open. Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner returning from a shoulder injury, expressed uncertainty about his form for the clay-court Grand Slam.
8 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alex de Minaur to reach his first Australian Open semi-final and move closer to becoming the youngest man to win all four Grand Slam titles. The 22-year-old world number one remains unbeaten in the tournament and will face Alexander Zverev in the next round.
28 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Jannik Sinner defeated fellow Italian Luciano Darderi to reach the Australian Open quarter-finals, while defending champion Madison Keys lost to Jessica Pegula as Melbourne faced forecast temperatures of 45C. The tournament implemented health measures including 10-minute breaks during longer matches and plans to use indoor courts as extreme heat continues.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner advanced to the third round of the Australian Open, with Sinner defending his two-time title and Djokovic pursuing a record 25th Grand Slam. Stan Wawrinka, at 40, became the oldest player in 45 years to reach the men's third round at a Grand Slam before retiring.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Jannik Sinner won his opening match at the Australian Open when opponent Hugo Gaston retired, while Naomi Osaka drew attention with a jellyfish-inspired outfit of white parasol, wide-brimmed hat and veil before defeating Croatia's Antonia Ruzic.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →