Ben Shelton defeats Carlos Alcaraz in five‑set U.S. Open quarterfinal
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: In a dramatic five‑set match at the 2026 U.S. Open, 23‑year‑old American Ben Shelton beat defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 6‑7(5‑7), 6‑1, 6‑3, 1‑6, 7‑6(10‑7). The victory ended Alcaraz’s title defense and marked Shelton’s first career win over the Spaniard, boosting his profile and earnings as he continues to rise in American tennis.
Covered by 5 outlets across the spectrum: 20% left, 20% center, 60% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Center (1): Free Press Journal
- Right-leaning (2): Sunday Guardian, Deccan Chronicle
Sources
- ‘What About Me??’ — Trinity Rodman’s Hilarious Reaction After Ben Shelton Stuns Carlos Alcaraz at US Open 2026 | WATCH VIDEO — Sunday Guardian (right-leaning)
- US Open 2026: Carlos Alcaraz Says 'I Leave With A Smile' After Epic Loss To Shelton — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- US Open 2026: Shelton Ends Alcaraz's Title Reign, Will Face Tiafoe in Semis — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Take A Look At Ben Shelton's Net Worth, Prize Money Earnings, Endorsement Deals, And Much More — Free Press Journal (center)
- Ben Shelton stuns Carlos Alcaraz in latest-ever U.S. Open finish — The Hindu (left-leaning)