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Zverev, Rybakina crowned US Open champions
By GhanaSummary Newsroom1 min read
Shelton’s run was nevertheless historic, as he became the first Black American man to reach the US Open singles final since Arthur Ashe in 1972.
The victory also gives Rybakina her second Grand Slam title of 2026, after she defeated Sabalenka in the Australian Open final earlier this year.
Germany’s Zverev claimed his maiden US Open title after defeating American Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6(7-2), 5-7, 6-2 in the men’s final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
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