Ben Shelton defeats Carlos Alcaraz in marathon US Open match
Shelton won a four-and-a-half-hour US Open quarterfinal at 3:33 a.m. after a 146-mph serve, with soccer player Trinity Rodman in attendance, and will face Frances Tiafoe the following day.
Ben Shelton overcame world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz in a US Open quarterfinal that lasted four and a half hours, concluding at 3:33 a.m. after Shelton delivered a 146-mph serve to seal the victory. The match set a record for the latest finish in the tournament's history.
Trinity Rodman, a professional soccer player and Shelton's girlfriend, was present in the stands throughout the contest. Following the win, Shelton mentioned his teammates and family in a post-match interview, noting concerns about their early-morning work schedules.
Shelton is scheduled to return to Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday for his next round against Frances Tiafoe. Rodman is expected to continue her training with the Washington Spirit ahead of her own match on Sunday.