Ben Shelton Defeats Carlos Alcaraz in Record-Breaking US Open Thriller

Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set US Open quarterfinal thriller that ended at 3:34 a.m. on September 9, 2026, marking the latest finish in tournament history.

The match lasted four hours and 28 minutes, with Shelton winning 6-7 (5/7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10/7) to secure his first career victory over the Spaniard.

Shelton advances to an all-American semi-final against Frances Tiafoe, while Alcaraz exits the tournament in his first appearance following a four-month injury absence.