Ben Shelton triumphed over Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling five-set clash during the US Open quarter-finals. After an exhausting battle that stretched over four hours, Shelton emerged victorious, ending Alcaraz’s impressive Grand Slam winning streak and title defense. Notably, this victory marked Shelton’s first against a top-three ranked player, proving his prowess on the court, especially as Alcaraz returned from a layoff due to a wrist injury.