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After losing a devastating two-set lead in the 2020 US Open final, Germany's Alexander Zverev returned to claim his second Grand Slam title with a redemptive victory over Ben Shelton. The triumph caps an incredible year where Zverev went 25-2 in major matches.
Alexander Zverev captured his second Grand Slam title at the US Open, transforming the tears of his 2020 final defeat into triumph. The German star was so focused during match point that he didn't even realize he'd won.
Alexander Zverev silenced doubters by winning his second Grand Slam title in three months, defeating Ben Shelton at the US Open. The 29-year-old German, who spent years wondering if he'd ever claim a major title, has transformed 2026 into his breakthrough season.
Alexander Zverev conquered the US Open on Sunday, defeating Ben Shelton in four sets to claim his second Grand Slam title of 2026. The German champion finally celebrated at Flushing Meadows after a heartbreaking loss in the 2020 final.
Elena Rybakina couldn't walk without pain just weeks ago, but now she's US Open champion and the world's number one tennis player. Her comeback story proves that determination and the right support team can turn devastating setbacks into stunning victories.
Alexander Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov in straight sets to reach the US Open final, aiming for his second grand slam championship of 2026. The German star's remarkable turnaround from early tournament struggles shows the power of persistence and humor under pressure.
Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova just became the newest members of an exclusive club, completing a career Grand Slam in doubles. Their comeback victory at the 2026 US Open marks a historic first in women's tennis.
Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova made tennis history at the US Open, completing career Grand Slams in women's doubles. After a rocky start, the top-seeded duo rallied to defeat rising stars Ashlyn Krueger and Robin Montgomery 5-7, 6-0, 6-2 in front of a home crowd.
For the first time since 1975, the top four seeds in women's tennis have all reached the US Open semifinals. The historic matchup signals a shift toward consistency in a sport that's seen 13 different women's Grand Slam champions since 2020.
American tennis star Coco Gauff fought back from the brink of defeat, saving two match points to reach the US Open semifinals in front of a roaring home crowd. The two-time Grand Slam champion's mental toughness turned a potential loss into an inspiring victory.
American tennis star Coco Gauff pulled off a stunning comeback at the US Open, saving two match points to beat Russia's Mirra Andreeva and reach the semifinals. The 2023 champion turned a disastrous first set into an inspiring victory that had her dropping her racket in pure joy.
American Ben Shelton defeated seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz in a nearly four-and-a-half-hour battle that ended at 3:33 a.m., the latest finish in US Open history. The win guarantees an American will compete in Sunday's final for the first time in years.