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Alcaraz Loses US Open Title Bid; Shelton Surprises

Updated 2026-09-09 11:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Carlos Alcaraz's hopes of winning the US Open title were dashed as Ben Shelton staged a surprising upset. The match and its aftermath are analyzed, with speculation on who might now claim the championship.

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Alcaraz dethroned: How Shelton pulled off the upset

What went wrong for Carlos Alcaraz, what went right for Ben Shelton -- and who will win the US Open title now.

2026-09-09 12:07 UTC