Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a dramatic five-set US Open quarter-final, ending Alcaraz’s title defence. The match finished at 03:34 local time, the latest finish in the tournament’s history.
WHO:Ben Shelton; Carlos Alcaraz
WHAT:Shelton beat Alcaraz in a five-set US Open quarter-final to reach the semifinals.
WHEN:Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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