Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz was eliminated by Ben Shelton in a U.S. Open match that concluded later than any other in the tournament's history. The match, which saw Shelton advance, marked a significant upset in the men's singles competition.
The U.S. Open, held annually in Flushing Meadows, New York, is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments. This particular match set a new record for the latest finish, underscoring the intensity and duration of the contest between the two players.