Ben Shelton Defeats Carlos Alcaraz in US Open Quarterfinal

Eighth-seeded American Ben Shelton defeated two-time champion Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set US Open quarterfinal thriller at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Wednesday morning.

Shelton secured the victory with a 6-7 (5-7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10-6) scoreline after a match lasting four hours and 28 minutes.

Shelton advances to the semifinals to face Frances Tiafoe, marking the first time since 2003 that an American finalist is guaranteed in the tournament.