Shelton stuns Alcaraz in late, late show to reach US Open semis
Summary
Ben Shelton stunned defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set thriller to reach the US Open semifinals in the latest-finishing match in tournament history. Shelton will face fellow American Frances Tiafoe next, keeping alive U.S. hopes for a first men’s Grand Slam champion since 2003.
Key Points
- Ben Shelton beat Carlos Alcaraz 6-7(5) 6-1 6-3 1-6 7-6(10-7) to reach the US Open semifinals.
- The match ended at 3:33 a.m., making it the latest-finishing match in tournament history.
- Shelton will play Frances Tiafoe in an all-American semifinal.
- Alcaraz struggled with unforced errors and was returning from a wrist injury after nearly five months out.
