Ben Shelton takes down Carlos Alcaraz to earn the biggest win of his career in latest US Open match ever

American Ben Shelton achieved the most significant victory of his career by defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set thriller at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The epic late-night quarterfinal match at the US Open took place early Wednesday, September 9, 2026, in New York. With this win, Shelton successfully snapped the Spaniard's 18-match Grand Slam winning streak. The intense competition concluded in the fifth set, marking a historic milestone for the United States player during the championships.