Tag: ATP U.S. Open

Key Takeaways John McEnroe noted that "it seems like it’s gonna be soon" regarding Novak Djokovic's retirement following a shocking five-set opening-round loss to Mariano Navone at the US Open. Djokovic admitted that "it was an awful feeling on the court for me" after struggling with...

Key Takeaways Tallon Griekspoor has beaten both Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev in the past 12 months but has lost his opening match at six straight Grand Slams. Now ranked world number 55, Griekspoor is the highest-ranked ATP player to finish 2026 without a single Grand...

Key Takeaways Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 to secure the New York title. Zverev admitted he had a delayed reaction at the finish because "I thought the score was 5-1 instead of 6-2." After doubting himself months ago, Zverev celebrated his second major...

Key Takeaways Alexander Zverev sits 1,540 ranking points behind Jannik Sinner following his four-set US Open final victory over Ben Shelton. Sinner faces a steep challenge to remain world number one as he defends 3,650 points through the rest of the year, compared to just 1,030...

Key Takeaways Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3 7-6(2) 5-7 6-2 to secure his first US Open title and second major of the year. Zverev admitted he did not realize he had won on match point, explaining: "I thought the score was 5-1 instead of 6-2." Zverev...

Key Takeaways Ben Shelton addressed Alexander Zverev's habit of extensively bouncing the ball between serves during a US Open press conference. Shelton remarked that "for a first serve you should be able to do whatever you want and use the full 25 seconds every time." The American...

Key Takeaways Alexander Zverev addressed whether he is currently the best player in the world, stating: "With Jannik Sinner being injured and Carlos Alcaraz coming back from injury after 4 months… right now, this moment, probably yes." The German conceded that a fully fit lineup changes...

Key Takeaways Alexander Zverev commended Ben Shelton's technical strides following their US Open final, stating, "I think this was the best backhand he’s hit ever against me, the most consistent power; there was everything there." Zverev downplayed his own natural gifts while praising his work ethic,...

Key Takeaways Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 to win the US Open, admitting afterward he mistakenly thought the score was 5-1 when he served out the match. The German revealed that losing track of the score eased his nerves, stating: "...

Key Takeaways Alexander Zverev has claimed first place in the Race to Turin with 8,650 points, overtaking Jannik Sinner. Ben Shelton jumped three spots to move into third position with 4,420 points following his runner-up finish in New York. Daniil Medvedev holds the final provisional qualification spot...