“Grand Slam” is in the news because the US Open has brought a first major singles final for Ben Shelton, a third consecutive Grand Slam final for Alexander Zverev, and a second Grand Slam doubles title of the year for Christian Harrison and Neal Skupski. The coverage centres on both the upcoming men’s singles showdown and the completed men’s doubles final.
Shelton is preparing to face top seed Zverev in Sunday’s US Open final. It is unfamiliar territory for the American, who has reached his first Grand Slam final and is embracing the chance to represent the USA. Zverev advanced with a straight-sets semi-final victory over Karen Khachanov, extending his run to three consecutive Grand Slam finals.
In men’s doubles, American Harrison and British partner Skupski defeated Germany’s Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz 6-4, 7-6 (6) to win the US Open title. Their second Grand Slam title of the year adds another major achievement to the tournament’s headlines.
