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 5:32 PM EDT

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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 is NPR’s sports correspondent.

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