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Alexander Zverev conquers second "major" of the year

Diário de Aveiro13 September 2026 at 23:43

Alexander Zverev won the United States Open title by defeating Ben Shelton in the final of the competition. The German tennis player celebrated the victory in New York, thus securing his second Grand Slam title of the season.

American Ben Shelton was the opponent defeated in the New York major final. Shelton, who represents the United States, was unable to overcome Zverev's favoritism in the final.

This victory represents Zverev's second "major" of the year, demonstrating his excellent form on the professional tennis circuit. The German confirmed his status as one of the main names in the sport.

Why this matters

This victory is significant for tennis fans, as Zverev becomes the first player to win two Grand Slam titles in the same season, demonstrating exceptional consistency on the circuit. The result also directly affects the world rankings and expectations for the rest of the season. WHY: none

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