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Zverev wins second Grand Slam

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Alexander Zverev won the US Open in New York, beating Ben Shelton in the final to claim his second Grand Slam of 2026 and close in on world No. 1.

El Pais
Wins that change a career

The Roland Garros triumph has transformed Zverev, who in New York has once again shown his best form. This second title brings him a little closer to Sinner and Alcaraz

Wins that change a career
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El Pais
Neither Sinner nor Alcaraz, 2026 belonged to Zverev: 'I'm not the most talented, but I work very hard'

The German, winner of two majors this season, has the most total wins and also the most in the four majors. From now to the end of the year he will battle for the No. 1 ranking

Neither Sinner nor Alcaraz, 2026 belonged to Zverev: 'I'm not the most talented, but I work very hard'
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Público
After winning the US Open, Alexander Zverev eyes the top of the rankings

In the final, the German defeated the rookie Ben Shelton, who couldn't capitalize on home advantage.

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Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
Father as Coach: The Man Behind Alexander Zverev's Wins

Germany's best tennis player is coached by his father, who shares his name. Politics stood in the way of his own sporting success.

Father as Coach: The Man Behind Alexander Zverev's Wins
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Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
US Open winner: What was said about Zverev is no longer true

Perhaps not the best, but the most successful player at the moment: Alexander Zverev secures his second Grand Slam title and, in the process, turns several narratives about him on their head.

US Open winner: What was said about Zverev is no longer true
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Der Spiegel
Tennis world ranking: Alexander Zverev moves closer to a big goal

Will Alexander Zverev become Germany's second No. 1 after Boris Becker? He could realize his dream later this year. Novak Djokovic, meanwhile, has to absorb another setback.

Tennis world ranking: Alexander Zverev moves closer to a big goal
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elDiario.es
How Carlos Alcaraz stands now in the world ranking after the US Open

Despite his elimination in the quarterfinals, the Murcia-born player remains the third-best tennis player in the world. Will Roger Federer return to tennis like Serena Williams? The star himself clears up the doubts. From winning the US Open and becoming world No. 3 to becoming a footballer at 32 years old: the new life of Dominic Thiem. The US Open's conclusion has left a fiercely competitive landscape at the top of world tennis. Despite his elimination in the quarterfinals, Carlos Alcaraz remains in third place in the ATP rankings. The Murcia-born player could not defend last year's title in New York, but his prior points cushion allows him to keep the global podium of the professional rankings. This defensive stance partly cushions the sporting impact of his defeat on the hard court, but marks a decisive turning point for the annual balance of the young Spanish athlete. The loss of points represents the most bitter direct consequence for the player's tally.

How Carlos Alcaraz stands now in the world ranking after the US Open
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Somewhat spoilt for me seeing this story yesterday:

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