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'Where This Match Belongs'- USA Captain Calls Out Davis Cup Seeding After Ben Shelton-Led Team’s Exit

The United States crashed out of Davis Cup qualifying in stunning fashion over the weekend, blowing a 2-1 lead to lose both reverse singles matches and hand Czechia a 3-2 win in Prague.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 21

'Undoubtedly Disappointing'- Tennis Insider Takes Dig at Ben Shelton-Led USA Team After Davis Cup Exit

Team USA’s 2026 Davis Cup campaign was the spitting image of last year. Ben Shelton’s side’s 3-2 loss against Czechia in Prague carried not just the same result, but the same taste of disappointment for the Americans, and tennis Insider Ben Rothenberg didn’t spare them from the criticism.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 21

Ben Shelton has just been given a brutal lesson about life at the top as USA suffer dismal Davis Cup disappointment

Ranked World No.4, Ben Shelton is one of the best players in the world. However, he has recently endured a harsh lesson and a brutal reality check surrounding his status at the top of tennis.

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Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 18

Ben Shelton Withdraws From Laver Cup to Put National Duty Ahead of Star-Studded Event

Last year, Ben Shelton’s US Open journey ended with a shoulder injury, forcing him to pull out of the US Davis Cup squad alongside Tommy Paul. But this year, the American has another shot at making up for that disappointment.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 18

'Alcaraz Should Have Beaten Him'- Ben Shelton Faces Blunt US Open Verdict by Fellow Pro

Ben Shelton earned his best result in a Grand Slam at the US Open. He had a memorable run in the tournament, defeating multiple notable players in grueling matches.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 17

'One that he will take with him to try and achieve winning a Grand Slam': Ben Shelton praised by Kim Clijsters with characteristic picked to achieve Grand Slam dream

Ben Shelton has added further assets to his arsenal which will help him towards winning the US Open in the future. That is the view of legendary Belgian Kim Clijsters after the American saw his bid for glory downed in the final of the 2026 US Open.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 17

'You can't have a product that finishes past midnight': US Open 'total utter nonsense' for late finishes as John Lloyd speaks out

The US Open came under fire once again for the scheduling with players and pundits unhappy about how late matches were finishing. Most of the night sessions finished past midnight at Flushing Meadows this year with Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz's Quarter-Final finishing several hours later.

Tennis News / The Spun / September 15

Ben Shelton vs. Alexander Zverev U.S. Open Final Made History For ESPN

The US Open men’s final between Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev won’t go down as a classic, but it made history in the ratings department. After defeating Carlos Alcaraz and Frances Tiafoe in back-to-back rounds, Shelton was hoping to become the first American man since Andy Roddick in 2003 to win a Grand Slam title.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 15

American tennis finally has depth — so why is the men's drought still alive?

Ben Shelton produced the run of his life to reach the final of the 2026 US Open but ultimately fell short right at the end. Another year has come and gone in which US men’s tennis has failed to produce a Grand Slam winning moment, extending the drought to 24 years.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 15

NBA Champion Urges Ben Shelton Should 'Treat It Like Boxing' After Alexander Zverev Passes Comments on Trinity Rodman

The US Open final was already a painful night for Ben Shelton. Then Alexander Zverev added a little extra fuel to the fire. Trinity Rodman had been trolled after her boyfriend fell short in New York, despite making a frantic 200-mile trip from Washington, D.C.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 15

'Time Being Wasted'- Tennis Insider Issues Blunt Wake-Up Call to British Tennis After Ben Shelton’s Successful Run at US Open

Being a former coach gives you a great perspective on how the players are being developed. And for Judy Murray, it was a first-hand experience while she coached both her sons, Jamie and Andy Murray.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 15

Carlos Alcaraz returns to training with Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev reunions on the horizon

Carlos Alcaraz is already back on the practice court as the world No. 3 begins preparing for the final stretch of the 2026 season. The Spaniard returned to training in Murcia this week after his US Open campaign ended in the quarterfinals, with the Laver Cup in London now his next competitive commitment.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 14

From Triumph to Tears, Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton’s US Open Final Had It All

The US Open final had plenty of drama even before Alexander Zverev finally got his hands on the trophy. The German arrived chasing another Grand Slam crown, while Ben Shelton walked onto Arthur Ashe Stadium carrying the hopes of American tennis.

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Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 13

With U.S. Open title, Alexander Zverev should be ATP Player of the Year

Zverev is in an excellent position to end the 2026 season as the top-ranked player on the ATP Tour.

Ben Shelton had heartfelt message after reaching U.S. Open final

Trinity Rodman stole the moment in Shelton's stunner over Carlos Alcaraz

Elena Rybakina tops Aryna Sabalenka to win U.S. Open

Rybakina cements status as best player on WTA Tour with U.S. Open win

Serena Williams, 44, on comeback: 'Nothing long-term'

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Ben Shelton's Ethnicity: Meet the Tennis Star and His Parents as He Looks to Make History for the USA

Ben Shelton plays top seed Alexander Zverev in a massive clash at the final of the 2026 US Open on Sunday, Sept. 13. The 23-year-old No. 8 seed has experienced a historic campaign at Flushing Meadows having powered through an incredibly demanding draw to reach the first Grand Slam final of his career.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 12

Ben Shelton vs. Alexander Zverev: Paths to U.S. Open final, head-to-head records

Shelton is one win away from ending the 23-year streak of American men without a Grand Slam title.

Ben Shelton had the most heartfelt message after reaching US Open final

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Tennis News / Larry Brown Sports / September 12

Ben Shelton had the most heartfelt message after reaching US Open final

Ben Shelton is dedicating his 2026 US Open final appearance to the reason he played tennis in the first place. Shelton lost his first set to fellow American Francis Tiafoe in the US Open men’s singles semifinal at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, N.Y.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Ben Shelton ATP Ranking: Where Will He Finish After US Open 2026?

Ben Shelton’s remarkable run at the 2026 US Open has pushed him toward another major milestone in his young career. The American entered the tournament as the world No.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 10

Ben Shelton and Francis Tiafoe receive expected U.S. Open semifinal time slot

Americans Ben Shelton and Francis Tiafoe will battle for a spot in the final in prime time.

Francis Tiafoe sets career-high ranking with epic U.S. Open quarterfinal comeback

Incredible Coco Gauff comeback gives Americans golden opportunity to accomplish a first in over two decades

U.S. Open getting eviscerated for Carlos Alcaraz vs. Ben Shelton post 11 PM start

Americans have best chance to win men's U.S. Open since 2003

Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 9

Americans have best chance to win men's U.S. Open since 2003

Following an excellent quarterfinal round in both the men’s and women’s tournaments, four American tennis players remain in this year’s U.S. Open. With Francis Tiafoe and Ben Shelton set to face each other in the semifinals, an American men’s tennis player is guaranteed to compete in the finals for the eighth time this century.

Trinity Rodman steals a moment as Ben Shelton stuns Carlos Alcaraz overnight

U.S. Open getting eviscerated for Carlos Alcaraz vs. Ben Shelton post 11 PM start

Francis Tiafoe sets career-high ranking with epic U.S. Open quarterfinal comeback

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Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 9

Coco Gauff comeback gives Americans golden opportunity to make history

Incredible Coco Gauff comeback gives Americans golden opportunity to accomplish a first in over two decades

U.S. tennis may soon be partying like it's 2002.

Americans have best chance to win men's U.S. Open since 2003

Trinity Rodman steals a moment as Ben Shelton stuns Carlos Alcaraz overnight

U.S. Open getting eviscerated for terribly late Alcaraz vs. Shelton start

Elena Rybakina reaches U.S. Open semis, rises to No. 1 in world

Karen Khachanov reaches U.S. Open semis after Alexander Blockx retires

Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 9

Trinity Rodman steals a moment as Ben Shelton stuns Carlos Alcaraz overnight

Ben Shelton put an imaginary phone to his ear and hung it up at 3:33 a.m. ET on Wednesday, and up in his box Trinity Rodman was doing the same thing back at him. Shelton beat Carlos Alcaraz 6-7 (5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10-7) in four hours and 28 minutes.

Francis Tiafoe sets career-high ranking with epic U.S. Open quarterfinal comeback

Ben Shelton ties career-high ranking with fourth-round US Open win

U.S. Open getting eviscerated for Carlos Alcaraz vs. Ben Shelton post 11 PM start