
Alcaraz Dominates Shelton Again | Pro Tennis News
Published: September 8, 2026
Duration: 1:24
Carlos Alcaraz is back on fire at the U.S. Open, already a two-time champion and heavily favored to reach the semifinals again—despite a wrist injury that sidelined him briefly. He’s been crushing opponents in straight sets. Ben Shelton, meanwhile, has been playing strong without dropping many sets, but hasn’t yet faced a top-tier player. This matchup against Alcaraz—who’s won all three previous meetings, including both hard-court clashes without dropping a set—is Shelton’s biggest test yet. Though Shelton has shown grit and form, especially after his 2023 semifinal run, Alcaraz remains the overwhelming favorite to wi...