US Open 2026: Alcaraz, Shelton Advance as Medvedev Falls to Tiafoi

The 2026 US Open delivered another round of high-stakes tennis action in New York, where defending champion Carlos Alcaraz continued his dominance by defeating Tommy Paul in straight sets. The Spanish star now eyes a third US Open title, having already claimed the 2022 and 2023 championships. Alcaraz’s victory solidified his position as the tournament’s top seed, setting up a potential semifinal clash with either Ben Shelton or Frances Tiafoi, both of whom remain undefeated in their respective fourth-round matches. Shelton, the American wildcard, is locked in a grueling five-set battle against Stefanos Tsitsipas, while Tiafoi stunned the tennis world by ending Daniil Medvedev’s campaign in four sets. The Russian’s loss marks the first time since 2021 that he has failed to reach the quarterfinals at Flushing Meadows, ending his hopes of a second US Open title in three years. Medvedev, who had been the tournament’s second seed, now faces an early exit after a hard-fought defeat to the rising New Zealand star. Meanwhile, Holger Rune and Jannik Sinner also advanced, ensuring a quarterfinal lineup packed with world-class talent. The tournament, which runs through September 13, continues to captivate fans with its blend of historic venues and hard-court intensity, all while offering a record-breaking $108 million prize pool.

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