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It's been 23 years since an American man last won the U.S. Open. That may change soon

NPR | By Becky Sullivan
Published September 9, 2026 at 2:32 PM PDT

An American man is guaranteed to make the final of the U.S. Open after Ben Shelton's win over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals. Shelton faces American Frances Tiafoe next.

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Becky Sullivan
Becky Sullivan is NPR’s sports correspondent.
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