US Open final LIVE: Can Ben Shelton take down Alexander Zverev?

Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the US Open 2026 men's singles final between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton.

Ben Shelton has been lighting up the 2026 US Open with fearless tennis, explosive power and nerves of steel.

His biggest statement came against defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, as the American fought back from a set down in a pulsating five-set quarter-final and held his nerve in the deciding-set tie-break.

Shelton then battled past Frances Tiafoe in the semis, powering into his first Grand Slam final and keeping his dream of ending America’s long wait alive.

Zverev’s US Open campaign began with danger at every turn, as he was pushed to the brink in back-to-back five-set battles in the opening two rounds.

But since those early scares, the German has been unstoppable. He has stormed through the next four rounds without dropping a single set, steadily building momentum and confidence.

Now, after surviving the early chaos, Zverev stands just one win away from Grand Slam glory.

After a thrilling women’s singles final between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina, the spotlight now shifts to the men’s summit clash.

Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton are ready to go head-to-head at Arthur Ashe Stadium in what promises to be a blockbuster finale.

Expect big serves, explosive rallies, and plenty of drama — so fasten your seat belts, because this one could be a thriller!